A welcome for one and all in Donegal

Dun na nGall translates to fort of the strangers, or home of the strangers, a place where the locals hearts are as big as the mountains and strangers are welcomed warmly. No matter where you go,
be it Malin Head right down to Sliabh Liag you will always be met with a welcome smile and friendly chat.Good nature abounds everywhere you go.Do visit the islands of Tory and Aranmore where people live proudly and extend a warm welcome to visitors to their special homeplace.Sitting proudly in the Atlantic Ocean these islands are the jewels in Donegals tourism crown where visitors can experience a vibrancy to a culture that is inspiring and engaging.It is no surprise that artists and musicians have been captured by their beauty for hundreds of years.Donegal is well known for its Blue Flag beaches that offer a chance to chill out,take a leisurely walk or run, or for the adventurous a good gallop on a friendy horse stabled nearby.The oppertunities are endless deep sea diving, sailing,water skiing,wind and kite surfing are available to the thrill seekers.In the evenings visit one of pubs in an out of the way place,or in the local villages for great food and a great music session afterwards. All in all Donegal has a lot to offer and I for one will certainly be visiting again soon.Hope you like my paintings of Donegal and you can contact me on Facebook, Aine Art,Killashee.

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