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The most remarkable natural feature of County Fermanagh is the River Erne, which winds through the centre of the county. It expands into two extensive lakes. Upper and Lower Lough Erne, both to which have many islands. Navigable by cruiser boat, via lake and canal, this beautiful lake is connected to the uppermost reaches of the Shannon, creating over 200 miles of linked waterways for pleasure cruising and fishing. Some level land borders the river and lakes, but the rest of the county is hilly - rising to 2,188 feet in Cuilcagh Mountain on the County Cavan border. In the north-west Fermanagh touches the shore of Lough Melvin, and set among hills on the western border are Upper and Lower Lough Macnean.

The limestone hills of west Fermanagh contain many interesting cave systems, and with the exception of County Clare is the most notable area in Ireland for the speleologist. This is a county with many attractions for the visitor; boating and fishing on the 'lakeland of Ulster', climbing, interesting monuments, and throughout the county the charm of good scenery and pleasant towns and villages.

Though Enniskillen is the county's capital, Belleek, a tiny village on the western border is more famous because it is the home of the regions beautiful translucent Parian china, prized by collectors

Enniskillen Castle: In a series of ding-dong battles between the Maguires and the O'Neills on the one hand, and between the Maguires and the English on the other, the castle changed hands many times during the course of the 16th century. In 1602 it was taken by Niall Garve O'Donnell and the English, and five years later it was occupied solely by the English. The bottom of the tower (known as the keep) at the centre of the castle may be part of the original 15th century Maguire castle, but the remainder of the tower is the result of a later rebuild, and now houses the regimental museum of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers and the Fermanagh County Museum. Standing on the river side of the enclosure is the so-called water-gate, built probably in 1611. Much of the remaining sides of the enclosure are occupied by 18th and 19th century barrack buildings nor serving a variety of purposes. On view at Enniskillen Castle are the Heritage Centre, the Castle Keep, Watergate and the Arcaded barracks. The Heritage Centre: Award winning displays and special exhibition programme Audio visual theatre with induction loop for partially deaf Gift and book Shop; literature in several languages Children's activity corner Refreshments Adjacent carpark; access and toilet for wheelchair users. The Castle Keep: in origin a 15th century Maguire stonghold, later a military barracks, now housing: The Museum of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers and Displays about the castle. The Watergate: a twin-turreted building added to the outer walls of the castle in the early 17th century. The Arcaded Barracks: displays focusing on Fermanagh's archaeological and historic monuments.

Opening Times: May, June & September: Monday: 14.00 - 17.00 hrs Tuesday - Friday: 10.00 - 17.00 hrs Saturday: 14.00 - 17.00 hrs Sunday: Closed July & August: Monday: 14.00 - 17.00 hrs Tuesday - Friday: 10.00 - 17.00 hrs Saturday: 14.00 - 17.00 hrs Sunday 14.00 - 17.00 hrs October - April: Monday: 14.00 - 17.00 hrs Tuesday - Friday: 10.00 - 17.00 hrs Saturday: Closed Sunday Closed Rates: Adults: IR2.00 Children IR1.00 Senior Citizens: 1.50 Students

Tully Castle:
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Situated on a promontory with a fine view offer Lower Lough Erne, Tully Castle was built after 1610 for the Scottish planter Sir John Hume. It stands at the northern end of a roughly square bawn with partially surviving angular flanker towers at the corners, and preserving a considerable amount of its original cobbling incorporated in the modern garden design, which includes only plants known in the 17th century. The house itself has a T-shaped ground plan, the stem of the T providing a stairway to the main living quarters on the first floor, which has small turrets at the outer corners. A small gun-loop in the south-eastern corner of the first-floor hall may have been inserted to defend the castle in 1641 when it was attacked by Rory Maguire. Despite a safe conduct which he granted on surrender of the castle, he put to the sword all those (women, children and the old) who had taken refuge within, sparing only the Hume family. After he set fire to the castle, it was apparently never lived in again.

Devenish Island:
Notable monument on the island is the 81 foot high round tower which is one of the best preserved in Ireland. Other buildings include St. Molaise's house and church and a 16th century standing cross. The island is accessible by passenger cruiser from Brook Park, and by ferry from Trory Point.

Belleek:
Belleek is on the border with the Republic (a little bit of the village is actually in the south) and also marks the end of the Erne navigation. The current at the low bridge opposite the famous pottery reaches 6 knots on occasion, and a sluice here controls the level of Lough Erne. There are nice water-side holiday chalets in Belleek and the village hosts an annual fiddle festival when fiddlers from all over Ireland arrive for a weekend of traditional Irish music-making. For more than 137 years this little village has been famous for its distinctive parian china. Today, as ever, Belleek holds a special place in the hearts of china collectors the world over. When you purchase a piece of Belleek china you become the owner of a truly original piece of Irish craftmanship, made using materials and techniques handed down from generation to generation. No two pieces are ever the same. Every handle, flower and brush stroke is expertly applied by hand to create the look and feel that is uniquely Belleek. Regardless of size or cost, every piece is crafted with the same skill and attention to detail.

Back in 1857 the pottery's founder John Caldwell Bloomfield declared that any piece with even the slightest flaw should be destroyed. This golden rule is still strictly adhered to. If you are visiting Fermanagh a visit to the pottery is a must.

Enniskillen:
Enniskillen is an island town who s origins date back to prehistory when it was in essence the main highway between Ulster and Connaught. Enniskillen Castle was the medieval seat of the Maguires, chieftains of Fermanagh. A name still frequently found in these parts. Today modernisation has meant that the loop roads and improved bridges of the traffic engineers, have effectively negated any sense of being on an island. However, as a good shopping centre, with first-rate angling facilities, a lively cultural scene (including a large lakeside theatre) and friendly people. All the major roads in Fermanagh converging on Enniskillen on its island between Upper and Lower Lough Erne. The result is considerable congestion around the town. The loop roads and improved bridges of the traffic engineers, and housing estates on neighbouring hillsides, have effectively deprived the casual visitor of any sense of being on an island. However, as a good shopping centre, with first-rate angling facilities, a lively cultural scene (including a large lakeside theatre) and friendly people, Enniskillen makes a convenient base for exploring base for exploring this lovely watery part of the province.