EPISODE · Jan 29, 2015 · 24 MIN
The Ring of Gullion
from Open Country · host BBC Radio 4
Helen Mark visits the Ring Of Gullion in Northern Ireland to discover it's ancient geographical features that are now attracting visitors from all over the world.The Ring Of Gullion is in South Armagh, near the border with Ireland.For years the area was an area that was dangerous during the troubles and so overlooked by tourists, but the locals have aware of it's beauty, wildlife and ancient history, packed with myths and legends for centuries. Now the area is trying to attract visitors and put itself firmly on the map as an area with plenty to attract visitors from all over the world.Presenter: Helen Mark Producer: Martin Poyntz-Roberts.
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Helen Mark visits the Ring Of Gullion in Northern Ireland to discover it's ancient geographical features that are now attracting visitors from all over the world.The Ring Of Gullion is in South Armagh, near the border with Ireland.For years the area was an area that was dangerous during the troubles and so overlooked by tourists, but the locals have aware of it's beauty, wildlife and ancient history, packed with myths and legends for centuries. Now the area is trying to attract visitors and put itself firmly on the map as an area with plenty to attract visitors from all over the world.Presenter: Helen Mark Producer: Martin Poyntz-Roberts.
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