Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Sligo - Atlas Obscura

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The Glen

A tiny microvalley etched into the side of Knocknarea Mountain hides another world.

Medb's Cairn

This 30-foot pile of rocks may be the grave of a mythological Irish queen.

Benbulben Barite Mine

The remains of this deep, dark mine have left behind a haunting rocky warren of tunnels.

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