County
Tyrone,
Northern Ireland |
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Tyrone is the largest county of Northern Ireland and lies inland,
southwest of County Derry. It is bordered by Lough Neagh to the
east, and by County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland to the
west.
Despite its
size, the region is one of the least explored parts of Northern
Ireland, and is predominantly rural, with large areas of farming
land. In the north are the wild and beautiful Sperrin Mountains,
where exposed moors drop down to forested glens and river valleys,
while further south are the lowlands that
border the lakes of County Fermanagh. The region is great for
outdoor enthusiasts, with the Sperrins offering many opportunities
for walking and hiking, as well as recreational activities such
as horse riding, mountain biking and fishing.
Tyrone is
filled with a large number of prehistoric remains, and many standing
stones, cairns and crosses can be found scattered around the countryside.
The Beaghmore Stone Circles in the southeast of the Sperrins are
particularly interesting, while the High Cross at Ardboe is one
of the most impressive of its kind. Omagh, the county's largest
town, is located close to two excellent open-air museums that
recreate the region's past. The extensive Ulster American Folk
Park tells the fascinating story of Irish emigrants to America
in the 18th and 19th centuries, while the Ulster History Park
focuses on the history of human settlement in Ireland.
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