Tá clú agus cáil bainte amach ag Leithinis Chorca Dhuibhne mar cheann scríbe de bharr a cuid litríochta, teangan agus cultúir. Ó thaobh áilleachta, saibhreas oidhreachta agus imeachtaí ní féidir Corca Dhuibhne a shárú agus tá a hainm i n-airde le lóistín, bia, ceardaíocht, ceol is tithe tábhairne.
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Is Gaeltacht í Corca Dhuibhne, áit ina bhfuil an Ghaeilge nóGaelainn mar theanga labhartha í dtithe áirithe, san ionad oibre agus sna scoileanna go léir.
Much of the Dingle Peninsula or Corca Dhuibhne is a Gaeltacht or an area where the Irish language (Gaeilge or Gaelainn) is widely spoken in the home, workplace or school.
Peace and tranquility are synonymous with the Dingle Peninsula. Life moves at an unhurried pace in this Gaeltacht area, but the local people are quick to offer you the opportunity to share their unique culture and heritage.
Dingle (An Daingean), a beautiful and charming fishing port, is the most westerly town in Europe and a most memorable destination. Gaily painted houses and busy streets lead you to the harbour, where you can meet Fungi, a playful bottle-nosed dolphin who cavorts for the enjoyment of everyone.
What to eat? Plenty of choice!
Dingle is of course famous for its food. There is a huge selection of restaurants serving fresh food to cater for all tastes and budgets.
What to do?
Enjoy a boat trip to Fungi – Ireland’s friendliest Dolphin who resides in Dingle Bay.
Explore the Dingle Peninsula, one of the richest areas in archaeological remains on the west coast of Europe.
The Dingle Peninsula has the largest collections in the world of clocháns or beehive huts, stones with the unique ogham writing and ring forts. The remains include the Oratory at Gallarus and the cross stone of Riasc, and are evidence of skilled craftsmanship.
Climb Mount Brandon and follow the path of Early Christian heritage on The Dingle Way (Slí Chorca Dhuibhne) or, if it’s raining outside, climb Ireland’s highest indoor climbing wall at Play at Height.
Savour the natural surroundings of the Blasket Islands (Na Blascaodaí) and visit the Blasket Centre (Ionad an Bhlascaoid) to learn about the unique community who lived on the Great Blasket Island (An Blascaod Mór).
Meet amazing sea life at the Oceanworld Aquarium, a fun day out for all the family.
Go for an eco boat or angling tour off the Dingle coast, or why not enjoy a kayak trip around Dingle Harbour at sunrise or sunset.
If you find yourself driven to explore then begin with the Conor Pass, the highest pass in Ireland which one can drive through. It provides spectacular views of Dingle Harbour to the south and Mount Brandon to the north. Continue your adventure onto the Slea Head Drive as it twists and turns through some of the most ruggedly beautiful landscape in Ireland, offering dramatic views of the Three Sisters and the Blasket Islands.
With over 5,000 years of history, mystery and legend swirling about the Dingle Peninsula, you’ll never be left wondering what to do. Shop for exquisite Celtic jewellery and unique crafts, stroll the lovely beach at Inch, enjoy a few pints while listening to a traditional music session, and take tranquility to a whole new level.
Did you know?
CNN recommends Dingle Peninsula for winter breaks. Dingle was chosen as a best destination in the Top 100 World and Top 25 Europe categories by TripAdvisor® in the 2008 Travelers' Choice® Destinations Awards and has been named 4th in the list of Top 10 Most Charming European Towns in the 2010 TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice® Awards.
St. James Church in Dingle town hosts the music series Other Voices that is recorded and broadcast by RTÉ television. Performers have included Amy Winehouse, Imelda May, Sinead O'Connor, Josh Ritter and Glen Hansard.