{"id":575,"date":"2025-01-09T16:15:47","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T16:15:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/?p=575"},"modified":"2025-11-11T08:47:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T08:47:29","slug":"lettermore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/lettermore\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring Lettermore: Connemara\u2019s Island of Gaelic Heritage"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"575\" class=\"elementor elementor-575\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2792ae80 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2792ae80\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3837de2a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3837de2a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Exploring Lettermore:<br> Connemara\u2019s Island of Gaelic Heritage<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c3542cc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7c3542cc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17b4b4dc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"17b4b4dc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the heart of Connemara, Lettermore (or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leitir M\u00f3ir<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as we say in Gaeilge) is a one-of-a-kind place where County Galway meets the vast Atlantic Ocean. Connected to the mainland by the R374 causeway, this island village is home to natural beauty, rich culture, and authentic Irish traditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As one of Ireland\u2019s few remaining <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaeltacht <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Irish-speaking) areas, Lettermore is keeping the ancient language very much alive. As a visitor here, you\u2019re also doing your part to support Irish culture. You can even practice your \u2018<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">c\u00fapla focal<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019 (couple of words) in Gaeilge. The locals will be delighted you\u2019re making the effort!<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to find out why Lettermore deserves a special spot on your itinerary.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ec96d5a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2ec96d5a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36cf80af elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"36cf80af\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h3&quot;],&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;bullets&quot;,&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;value&quot;:&quot;fas fa-circle&quot;,&quot;library&quot;:&quot;fa-solid&quot;,&quot;rendered_tag&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg class=\\&quot;e-font-icon-svg e-fas-circle\\&quot; 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preserveAspectRatio=&#039;none&#039; overflow=&#039;visible&#039; height=&#039;100%&#039; viewBox=&#039;0 0 24 24&#039; fill=&#039;black&#039; stroke=&#039;none&#039;%3E%3Cpath d=&#039;M12.7,2.3c-0.4-0.4-1.1-0.4-1.5,0l-8,9.1c-0.3,0.4-0.3,0.9,0,1.2l8,9.1c0.4,0.4,1.1,0.4,1.5,0l8-9.1c0.3-0.4,0.3-0.9,0-1.2L12.7,2.3z&#039;\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E&quot;);\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5186b800 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5186b800\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e7397eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7e7397eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">A Guide to Lettermore\u2019s Must-See Attractions<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7be67bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7be67bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lettermore Galway is all about unspoiled beauty and unique geography. Divided into Lettermore in the east and Lettercallow (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leitir Calaidh<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) in the west, the area offers a striking mix of rugged hills, calm bays, and stunning coastal views. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leitir M\u00f3ir<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means\u2009&#8217;great rough hillside\u2019 while <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leitir Calaidh<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> translates to\u2009&#8217;rough hillside by a marshy area&#8217;.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-675c024 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"675c024\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ec3d14 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7ec3d14\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c4560e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c4560e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">For a taste of local life, take a stroll through the village, where you\u2019ll find traditional Irish cottages dotting the landscape and friendly locals who\u2019ll greet you with a warm <\/span><i style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">\u201cc\u00e9ad m\u00edle f\u00e1ilte<\/i><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); text-align: var(--text-align);\">\u201d (a hundred thousand welcomes). A highlight of any visit is exploring the small inlets and coves surrounding the island, perfect for a peaceful picnic or a bit of amateur photography.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue along the R374 road west through Gorumna and Lettermullan for more spectacular scenery and rugged landscapes. As you come to the end of the road, the great Atlantic Ocean awaits you where the sunsets are simply out of this world.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3020785 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3020785\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-612598c elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"612598c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=lettermore%2C%20connemara&#038;t=m&#038;z=9&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"lettermore, connemara\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"lettermore, connemara\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec430f1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ec430f1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aee4165 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"aee4165\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Discovering the Cultural Heritage of Lettermore in Galway\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13015ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"13015ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lettermore\u2019s deep roots in Irish culture make it a must-visit for those keen to experience authentic traditions. As a Gaeltacht village, the Irish language (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Gaeilge<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">) is part of everyday life here, from casual conversations to shop and road signage. Visitors can enjoy hearing the language spoken fluently and even try out a few phrases themselves!<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Music and storytelling also play an essential role in the community. Local pubs like Tigh Plunkett often have live music where you can hear traditional Irish tunes played by talented musicians. These gatherings often spill over into lively conversations with the locals about the area\u2019s history and folklore. If you ever wanted to try a proper pint of Guinness, you\u2019ll find no better place.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For those looking to learn more about Irish arts and crafts, the region features talented artisans creating everything from woven goods to intricate jewellery inspired by Connemara\u2019s landscapes. Keep an eye out for handmade souvenirs in shops in Lettermore and nearby towns.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-73659e3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"73659e3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67c994f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"67c994f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1365\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Lettermore-island.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-599\" alt=\"Lettermore-island\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Lettermore-island.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Lettermore-island-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Lettermore-island-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Lettermore-island-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1365px) 100vw, 1365px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8538366 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8538366\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37da0c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"37da0c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Lettermore\u2019s Best-Kept Secrets for Outdoor Adventures\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0ae14f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0ae14f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor enthusiasts will feel right at home in Lettermore Connemara, where endless opportunities await to explore the great outdoors. The rugged landscape is perfect for hiking, with trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. A favourite among visitors is the walk towards the western edge of Lettercallow, where you\u2019ll find uninterrupted views of the sea and neighbouring islands.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Gorumna Walk Loop is a 10km trail on nearby Gorumna island, perfect for clearing away the cobwebs surrounded by nature and the fresh sea air.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fishing is another popular activity in the area, with both freshwater and saltwater options available. Whether you\u2019re angling for trout in one of the region\u2019s many lakes or casting your line off the coast for mackerel, the peace and quiet of Lettermore\u2019s natural surroundings make the experience all the more enjoyable.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kayaking and paddleboarding are growing in popularity too, as Lettermore\u2019s calm bays and clear waters offer an ideal setting for exploring the coastline at your own pace.<\/span><\/p><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fancy a round of golf? <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connemara Isles Golf Club is a fantastic nine-hole course on Eanach Island near Lettermore. It offers breathtaking Atlantic views and a traditional links-style experience that will put even the best golfers to the test. It\u2019s a great way to spend a few hours outdoors in Connemara and the clubhouse serves up some delicious pub grub after your round.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85ddf92 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"85ddf92\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4d5dce elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c4d5dce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"627\" src=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/visit-Lettermore.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-597\" alt=\"visit-Lettermore\" srcset=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/visit-Lettermore.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/visit-Lettermore-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/visit-Lettermore-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/visit-Lettermore-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3543fec e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3543fec\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7bec91 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e7bec91\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Churches and Historical Landmarks in Lettermore\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0118a7a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0118a7a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lettermore is steeped in history, with landmarks that reflect its rich past. Lettermore Church, a central place of worship for the community, is worth a visit for its simplicity and charm. The church serves as a hub for local gatherings and offers a glimpse into the spiritual life of the village.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">History buffs will also appreciate the remnants of ancient settlements scattered across the island. These sites date back centuries, bearing testimony to the resilience of the people who once called this rugged landscape home. Exploring these ruins provides a deeper connection to the history of Connemara and its enduring traditions.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nearby, you\u2019ll find additional sites of interest, including stone walls and coastal paths that have been shaped by generations of local farmers and fishermen. These historical landmarks offer a tangible link to the area\u2019s heritage, adding depth to your visit.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57849bb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"57849bb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84077a4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"84077a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Plan Your Visit to Lettermore Today<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e6a51b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0e6a51b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether you\u2019re seeking adventure, culture, or simply a quiet place to unwind, Lettermore is an excellent option. From its breathtaking coastal views to its lively Gaeltacht traditions, Lettermore invites you to slow down and appreciate the beauty of Connemara.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When planning your visit, consider staying with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connemara Holiday Lettings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, where you\u2019ll find accommodations that blend comfort with authentic Irish character. Whether it\u2019s a cosy cottage overlooking the bay or a modern home nestled in the hills, you\u2019ll have the perfect base for exploring Lettermore and beyond. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/rentals\/holidays-rentals-rentals-d0\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Book your stay<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> today and discover why Lettermore is a truly special place in County Galway.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c51df83 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c51df83\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-601da4cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"601da4cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"container\" data-elementor-id=\"260\" class=\"elementor elementor-260\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55f78c72 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"55f78c72\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11efe5e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"11efe5e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f28bcee elementor-align-justify elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"2f28bcee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/rentals\/rentals-ireland-p126\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Accommodation in Connemara<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c8b3d86 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2c8b3d86\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12fab486 elementor-align-justify elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"12fab486\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/rentals\/apartments-ireland-c1p126\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Apartments in Connemara<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6decb6bd e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6decb6bd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c07a40b elementor-align-justify elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"3c07a40b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/connemaraholidaylettings.com\/rentals\/houses-ireland-c19p126\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Houses in Connemara<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exploring Lettermore: Connemara\u2019s Island of Gaelic Heritage In the heart of Connemara, Lettermore (or Leitir M\u00f3ir as we say in Gaeilge) is a one-of-a-kind place where County Galway meets the vast Atlantic Ocean. Connected to the mainland by the R374 causeway, this island village is home to natural beauty, rich culture, and authentic Irish traditions.\u00a0 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1494,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-575","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-connemara-history"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Exploring Lettermore: Connemara\u2019s Island of Gaelic Heritage | Discover Connemara | Tourist Information<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Explore Lettermore, an Irish island full of peace, nature and charm. 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