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  Kinvara - Definition, explanation
Kinvara (Cinn Mhara in Irish - meaning head of the sea) is a village located in the south of County Galway in the province of Connacht on the west coast of Ireland.
Cinn Mhara is situated in the south of County Galway close to the border with the Burren in County Clare in the province of Munster.
Kinvara is situated in the territory of Ui Fiachrach Aidhne also known as Maigh Aidhne ("the plain of Aidhne"), which is coextensive with the diocese of Kilmacduagh.
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 Kinvara
Kinvara (Cinn Mhara in Irish, meaning "headland of the sea") is a small town in County Galway, Republic of Ireland.
The town is situated on Kinvara Bay, an inlet on the south-eastern side of Galway Bay on the west coast of Ireland.
Kinvara is home every year to two festivals, Fleadh na gCuach ("The cuckoo festival") in May and Cruinniu na mBád ("The coming of the boats") in August.
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 Information of how to get to Kinvara
Kinvara is a beautiful fishing port village located 18 kilometers south of Galway city in the west of Ireland.
Kinvara is located close to the famous Burren landscape full of wild flowers and limestone mountains.
), mainstreet, Kinvara, 091-637164: or Doorus House Hostel, Doorus, Kinvara (3km from the village), 091 637173
www.vortexhealing.com /Travelling-to-Kinvara-1.html   (669 words)

  
 A Tasmanian Indulgence   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Kinvara House was built in the 1890's, and has undergone ultra-modern renovations to create a unique and spacious house (over 250 sqm) with unsurpassed views of the city and Derwent River.
Kinvara House has been designed for those who appreciate quality and privacy and has all the feel of a century old home with all the modern additions.
Kinvara House is the ideal escape for an intimate and secluded honeymoon, romantic getaway or a family retreat.
www.tasmanianindulgence.com.au /kinvara.html   (286 words)

  
 Many Delights: Kinvara, Ireland - The Boston Globe
Kinvara is just north of County Clare, an easy drive to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher and the traditional music haven of Doolin.
Between Galway city and Kinvara, meanwhile, is Clarinbridge, home of an annual oyster festival, and, in the neighboring village of Kilcolgan, Moran's of the Weir, the best oyster bar in Ireland.
''Kinvara" is the anglicized form of Cinn Mhara, which in the Irish language means Head of the Sea.
www.boston.com /travel/getaways/britain/articles/2004/05/23/many_delights_kinvara_ireland/?page=2   (1396 words)

  
 Kinvara Balfour CV at PFD
The play- in which Kinvara performs with four cast members, all of whom she met whilst attending night school at the Central School of Speech and Drama- is a dark comedy of manners which looks at the reality that lies behind modern-day social behaviour.
Kinvara looks forward to taking Dazed and Abused to New York in March 2005, having been invited by international fashion designer and patron of the arts, Diane von Furstenberg, to present the play in her huge warehouse space in the West Village.
Kinvara is also on the books of the London Speaker Bureau, for whom she presents trend talks to international companies such as Procter and Gamble.
www.pfd.co.uk /clients/balfourk/h-pwr.html   (489 words)

  
 Hostals in Kinvara | Jeugdherbergen in Kinvara, Ierland
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Doorus House Youth Hostel sits on a peninsula between the bays of Galway and Kinvara at the base of the Burren Mountains » Boek deze Jeugdherberg
www.travellerspoint.com /hostels-nl-ci-1499.html   (52 words)

  
 Consumers - Buy Direct   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Declan Droney's company is based just outside Kinvara, in rugged, rocky southwest County Galway and in just a few years, the company has established and confirmed its status as the leading producer of organic smoked salmon and organic gravad lax.
Kinvara smoked salmon has subtle notes of oak smoke and a delicate, buttery texture that melts in the mouth.
The Kinvara gravad lax, cured in the traditional manner, is distinguished once again by a subtle, delicate sweetness, making it perfect as a starter course for dinner.
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 Kinvara Holiday Cottages
Kinvara is situated on the edge of the Burren hills, famous for their rare flora and is 16 miles from Galway city and an hour from Shannon airport.
Kinvara Holiday Cottages are a ten minute walk from the village of Kinvara with a large variety of pubs and places to eat including a very good restaurant and a chinese take away.
Kinvara has a strong music tradition with music every weekend and two festivals 'the Cuckoo' festival in may and the Crinnui na mbad (gathering of the boats) in August.
www.kinvaraholidaycottages.com   (257 words)

  
 Bed and Breakfast in Kinvara County Galway
Kinvara is the anglicised name for Cinn Mhara which means Head of the Sea.
Essentially, Kinvara has grown into what it is today, from its association with the sea.
Kinvara was settled around the 16th century when Dunguaire Castle was built.
www.irelandbedandbreakfast.biz /GALWAY/KINVARA/index.asp   (60 words)

  
 Kinvara Balfour - The London Speaker Bureau
One year into her post, Kinvara was also appointed Beauty Editor and consequently has much experience of beauty products, spas and treatments.
Kinvara is a trained actress and is also a part time model with Models 1.
“Kinvara interprets trends with clarity and insight; she is an articulate and informative speaker with an impressive knowledge of what is happening out there in the world of style, fashion and beauty.
www.londonspeakerbureau.co.uk /speakers/viewSpeaker.aspx?speakerid=303   (390 words)

  
 Ireland Holiday Home - Semi-Detached House
Kinvara is a picturesque fishing village, located on the South Shores of Galway Bay.
Kinvara is renowned for great musical stock and has been known to cater to the world's finest musicians.
Kinvara is perfect for day tripping to the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave, and the Aran Islands.
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 Kinvara History   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Dunguaire Castle was built around 1500, for the O' Hynes family.The first record of Kinvara, as a market place dates back to 1615, when Oliver Martyn, residing in Dunguaire Castle was granted a licence to hold a Saturday market in Kinvara.
During the 1600's, access to Kinvara would have been a lot easier by sea than by land and as a result of the growth in business and commerce in Galway, the harbour and village was developed by merchants/business men of the time.
Today, with improved economic and social condtions, Kinvara has become one of the most vibrant small communities in Ireland, with a fantastic mixture of old and new, encircled with a huge pride for our heritage and culture.
www.kinvara.com /hist.html   (295 words)

  
 Kinvara by Christine Marion Fraser
It was a real joy when I saw her name on a book entitled "Kinvara" and the cover had a lighthouse on it.
Kinvara is the first in the series of a new saga about Robbie Sutherland who is a lighthouse keeper at Kinvara Lighthouse.
The spirited and engaging folk of Kinvara, whose fates are shaped by the hard landscape and the rugged coast on which they live, will move, entrance and linger in your memory.
www.scottishradiance.com /bookreviews/kinvara.htm   (346 words)

  
 Why Visit Kinvara? - Kinvara, County Galway, Ireland - Lynda Cookson :: BootsnAll Travel Network   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
See Kinvara for its picturesque harbour town at the edge of the geographically interesting Burren,a unique area of karst limestone, hills and mountains.
While you’re visiting the loo in Kinvara this year, you might time your stay to coincide with one of two festivals.
The Gathering of the Boats is a thrilling rush of rust-brown sails and tar-painted boats on the waves.
www.lyndacookson.com /Kinvara.htm   (501 words)

  
 Kinvara visitor & tourist information
Kinvara is located on the northern edge of the Burren on the road from Ballyvaughan to Galway.
Kinvara has a good selection of Bed and Breakfasts and there are a number of hotels closeby.
There are two big festivals each year in Kinvara "Fla na gCuach" is held in April to welcome the first cuckoo and the advent of the Summer.
www.burrenforts.ie /mainj/links/kinvara.htm   (297 words)

  
 Kinvara Guesthouse in Co. Galway, Ireland - Villa Maria B & B   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Kinvara Guesthouse in Co. Galway, Ireland - Villa Maria B and B
Villa Maria guesthouse, near Dunguaire Castle, in Kinvara, County Galway is centrally located to the Burren, Galway City, Clare, Limerick, Mayo, Connemara, the Aran Islands, Knock Shrine, Lisdoonvarna, and many other scenic and historical attractions.
It is situated just outside the beautiful romantic village of Kinvara in County Galway on the N67 off the N18.
www.kinvaraguesthouse.com /index.html   (122 words)

  
 Tasmanian Indulgence - Kinvara House & The Gables
Kinvara House was built in the 1890's, and has recently undergone ultra-modern renovations to create a unique and spacious house (over 250 sqm) with unsurpassed views of the city and Derwent River.
Kinvara House offers fully self-contained luxury accommodation for up to 6 adults, all located within walking distance of the city centre and Salamanca Place.
With magical views of the city and Derwent River, all the modern conveniences, rich timber floors, original artworks, Kinvara House creates an ambience for romance.
www.ozhorizons.com.au /tas/hobart/indulgence/kinvara.htm   (367 words)

  
 Tír Eolas - Burren & Surrounds, Books & Maps
"Kinvara, a Seaport Town on Galway Bay" is full of information covered by the Kinvara Guide and Map.
The photographs, spanning the period 1880 to 1960, reflect the lives of Kinvara's people before huge social and economic changes produced different moulds, imported patterns, new shadows for the same substance.
A record of a coastal community's social and economic traditions, giving vivid insights into Kinvara's past as a lively port and market town.
www.tireolas.com /kinvara_bk.htm   (166 words)

  
 Kinvara: A Spirit of Place
Kinvara is located in the lush "west country" of Ireland
To travel these days through the west country, in Galway and Clare counties, is to see a mad dash of unregulated new construction—from gaudy block and brick two-stories to hives of holiday cottages lined out along the seaside slopes.
And little towns like Kinvara query themselves endlessly about the fate of the famous land of artists and poets.
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 Kinvara Accommodation, Kinvara Holiday Homes, Kinvara Short Term Apartments
Modern 2-bedroomed townhouse in the heart of Kinvara village, close to the sea and all amenities.
Situated on the quay of Kinvara adjacent to the well known restaurant "Pier Head".
Kinvara is adjacent to a blue flag beach, minutes from the Burren, 20 mins from Galway city.
www.daft.ie /galway/short_term_accommodation/kinvara/index.daft?search=1&s[cc_id]=c19&s[a_id]=2051&s[refreshmap]=1&search_type=shortterm&s[sort_by]=price&s[sort_type]=a   (190 words)

  
 Kinvara Hotels and B&Bs in Kinvara at cheap rates - Rooms to Book - UK B and Bs and Hotels.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Kinvara Hotels and BandBs in Kinvara at cheap rates - Rooms to Book - UK B and Bs and Hotels.
To view the hotels click on the name of the Kinvara hotel of your choice for more information about the property and the rooms offered.
Kinvara is a picturesque fishing village, located on the South Shores of the famous 'Galway Bay'.
www.roomstobook.co.uk /galway/kinvara.php   (121 words)

  
 Claddagh Rings from Claddagh Jewellers Galway  The Kinvara Claddagh Ring — 14 karat white gold & sapphire
The Kinvara Claddagh ring is crafted in 14kt white gold and contains twelve brilliant cut diamonds.
Two are set in the crown, and five on each hand surrounding a shimmering heart shaped Sapphire.
If it is your intention to wear the Kinvara Claddagh Ring as an engagement ring, consider one of our wedding sets, which include a handmade wedding ring set with a choice of 3, 5 or 7 diamonds.
www.thecladdagh.com /Details.asp?ProductID=1090   (234 words)

  
 Doorus House Hostel,Galway - Hostels in Ireland - Irish Youth Hostel Association
Doorus House Hostel sits on a peninsula between the bays of Galway and Kinvara at the base of the Burren Mountains and just 29 kilometres south of Galway.
Doorus House is located just six kilometres northwest of Kinvara village in Co. Galway.
Kinvara village offers tremendous traditional music in the local pubs.
www.anoige.ie /hostels/doorus-house   (849 words)

  
 Kinvara County Galway - Ireland View - Ireland's Travel and Accommodation Guide
Kinvara is a beautiful town located in the South-East of Galway Bay.
The famous boats of Galway, the Galway Hookers, may be seen at the harbour in the town.
Kinvara is the gateway to the limestone landscape of the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher
www.irelandview.com /galway-kinvara.php   (204 words)

  
 NPR : Kinvara and the New Ireland
Kinvara is located in Ireland's lush "west country." Worlds of Difference
Today, the Emerald Isle ranks among the 10 richest countries in the world, and towns like Kinvara are booming.
But even as it grows vital again, Kinvara has returned to an ancient tradition: music, rendered by fiddles, banjos and songs.
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 Hotels Kinvara Hotel Accommodation County Galway Ireland, Merriman Hotel Kinvara, Restaurant
Menus offer a mixture of simple dishes highlighting the goodness of local and organic produce, especially seafood, and global cuisine style dishes, which are cooked with pride and elegant presentation.
The Irish name for Kinvara is 'Chinn Mhara' which translates as 'the head of the sea', and that is exactly where Kinvara is located - at the head of Kinvara Bay
In fact, Kinvara is known both nationally and internationally for its music.
www.ebookireland.com /merriman.htm   (445 words)

  
 Seamount College Kinvara   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Seamount College is located in a magnificent part of the west of Ireland on a 5 acre site overlooking Kinvara Bay.
The remains of the 7th century Rath of King Guaire and Dunguaire tower house are to the north-east and the spectacular Burren mountains,relics of the ice age to the south.
There is no doubt that students are influenced and moulded by such a spectacular backdrop while learning.
www.seamountcollege.ie   (76 words)

  
 Kinvara Guesthouse - Villa Maria B & B, Kinvara, Co. Galway   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Kinvara is the gateway to the Burren in County Clare, is County Galway's only prominent sea village on the southern shores of Galway Bay.
Situated at the head of Kinvara Bay, it once was a thriving port to which the necessities of life, such as turf fuel, were brought by the traditional Connemara sailing craft in the 19th century.
Cruinniu na mBad, as sea festival organisd by the village, which sees the old boats compete in a host of exciting races and events.
www.kinvaraguesthouse.com /attractions.html   (1203 words)

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