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Tory Island – Ulster
Tory Island is the most remote inhabited island in Ireland – it lies nine miles off the coast of County Donegal, in Ulster. Although now the population is roughly about 150 people, the island has a long and storied history which is one of the main selling points to tourists.
Legend has it that the island was once the home of the ancient king Balor, who imprisoned his wife Ethlinn (who later gave birth to the god Lugh) in a tower on the island’s highest peak. You can visit Balor’s Fort on the island’s easternmost side, which has amazing views over the nearby cliffs.
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