Its equally lively bird and marine life is interesting too for the sheer diversity and quantity of species they reveal. A mystical, living landscape, the Burren will always leave an indelible mark on the discerning mind. The Burren is an archaeological treasure-house. Virtually every field, every wall, every stone formation has its own remarkable story to tell. The stories detail the history of Irish civilisation going back over 7,000 years.
Ancient monuments abound in the area and can be easily explored.
The Burren has long been a source of inspiration for, and in many cases, an adoptive home to artists of all genres - poets, novelists, painters, sculptors, musicians and playwrights have absorbed its spectacular bare and stony beauty and created a multitude of rich works which continue to be enjoyed and appreciated. This lively village with excellent restaurants, quaint shops and music-filled pubs, has a thriving community spirit. The village hosts numerous literary, geological, archaeological and botanical workshops and conferences, attracting international delegates. A mainline bus and rail link connects Galway with Dublin and other major Irish cities. A daily bus service operates between Ballyvaughan and Galway.