Galway Private Guided Walking Tour in Clifden Church Graveyard

Travel back in time to the early days of 1800s Clifden town, situated on the most westerly edge of Europe, during this 1.5-hour privately guided walking tour you will learn about of the tale of two graveyards, two opposing religions in Ireland at the time, the Catholics and the Protestants. With your knowledgeable guide, absorb the quiet atmosphere of the area as you discover headstones belonging to interesting Irish characters of the era. Hear about the fascinating history and heritage of the town and entertaining anecdotes surrounding the rebels, poets, authors, historic founding fathers of the town and local people laid to rest in the cemetery. Some tour highlights include: 1. Graves of the D'Arcy family, founders of Clifden, in Christ Church. 2. Different styles of Grave markers. 3.The large tombs and stones of the Catholic Merchant Class in St Marys 4. The Gable wall of the old 1820's church. 5. Possible Famine burials