Galway

Galway's history as a town began in 1124, when Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair, King of Connacht and High King of Ireland, completed Dún Gaillimhe, the fort at the mouth of the Gaillimh. It served as a naval base for his fle…

=== Scenery === 1 Eyre Square is the place to begin exploring the city, as it's the transport hub and with a cluster of hotels and eating places. It's an attractive green space with a pedestrianised shopping mall just s…

Built on the site of an earlier settlement, Dún Gaillimhe ("Fort at the Mouth (bottom) of the Gaillimh") was completed in 1124, by the King of Connacht and High King of Ireland Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair (1088–1156). Th…

Galway ( GAWL-way; Irish: Gaillimh, pronounced [ˈɡal̠ʲɪvʲ] ) is a city in (and the county town of) County Galway. It lies on the River Corrib between Lough Corrib and Galway Bay. It is the most populous settlement in the…

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Galway…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Galway r…

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Galway: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggestions in a …

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Galway when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share your rainy-…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Galway? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Sometimes it's the cake, sometimes the view, sometimes just the staff who remember your name. Where do you like to have your coffee or tea in Newfoundland and Labrador? Share your tips in the comments!

The playground, the ice-cream shop, the walk to school: many places hold memories that stay with us for life. What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of growing up in Newfoundland and Labrador? We'd lov…