Donegal

For centuries, County Donegal was the home of the O'Donnells, one of the richest and most powerful native Irish ruling families. From the early 13th century until the start of the 17th century they ruled Tír Chonaill (T…

Cliffs, sea stacks and mountains adorn much of the coast. Prominent peaks are Slieve League, Slieve Naght in the north, Errigal in the middle and the Bluestack mountains in the south. Folk museums include the Famine Vil…

County Donegal was the home of the once-mighty Clann Dálaigh, whose best-known branch was the Clann Ó Domhnaill, better known in English as the O'Donnell dynasty. Until around 1600, the O'Donnells were one of Ireland's …

County Donegal ( DUN-ig-AWL, DON-ig-AWL; Irish: Contae Dhún na nGall) is a county in the Republic of Ireland. It is in the province of Ulster and is the northernmost county on the island of Ireland. The county mostly bo…

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in County Donegal, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from County Donegal do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved here!

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in County Donegal? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking for. Every…

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Khulna Division, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!

The weekend is coming and the question is the same as always: what shall we do? Got an idea for a day trip, a concert or simply a lovely afternoon in Khulna Division? Drop your tips in the comments!