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Introducing Kinvara
The small stone harbour of Kinvara (sometimes spelt Kinvarra) lolls at the southeastern corner of Galway Bay, which accounts for its Irish name, Cinn Mhara (Head of the sea). Traditional Galway Hooker sailing boats race here each year on the second weekend in August in the Cruinniú na mBáid (Gathering of the Boats).
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Kinvara’s other big date on its annual calendar is Fleadh na gCuach (Cuckoo Festival), a traditional music festival in late May that features over 100 musicians performing at upwards of 50 organised sessions. Spin-off events include a parade.
Details of both festivals are available on Kinvara’s website (www.kinvara.com).
Last updated: Sep 16, 2008
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