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Doagh Famine village, County Donegal

4.6
#2 of 40 in Historic Sites in County Donegal
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Portraying Irish life from the 1840s until the present day, Doagh Famine village features authentic thatched cottages filled with period furniture and other everyday artifacts. This living history museum allows you to see how the country's rural areas changed over the last two centuries, dealing with dramatic events that included a series of devastating potato famines. As you take this walk through history, look for reconstructions of typical daily scenes, which explain regional beliefs associated with the traditional waking of the dead. Admission into the village includes a guided tour, along with a complimentary snack with hot beverages and biscuits. Add Doagh Famine village to your Malin travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Malin vacation maker site.
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  • By Cosmona
    Went to go here today, but decided while waiting for the tour to start that it wouldn't be safe. We counted over 30 people in the group, we didn't feel that was a safe number of people to bring into.....  more »
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    We would highly recommend the tour, the information is top class and a great overall experience. So much to take in so we would recommend planning your trip so that you can spend as much time as you.....  more »
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    Fantastic day out. Very interesting and tour guide was very informative and very nice. All the staff were so nice and friendly,fantastic value for money. 10 euros entry and children under 4 are free.....  more »
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