Skellig Michael Attraction Tour Places

The Schellig Rocks: Beautiful Tourist Attraction

SkelligMichael
2 min readJan 21, 2016

The Skellig rocks popularly known as Skellig Michael (which is also known as Great Skellig) and the little Skellig are the two towering pinnacles that rise from the Atlantic Ocean and are almost twelve kilometers west of the Ivereagh Peninsula in County Kerry. It is a site full of wilderness and also a designated nature reserve. On the top of the awe inspiring rock you will find remarkably preserved monastic settlement of the sixth century, the earliest reference of it dates back to the 1400 BC, when this place became as a haven for the people whose rights and beliefs were suppressed. Two lighthouses were built on the Skellig Michael, which establishes its importance in the Ireland’s maritime history. Small Skellig is one of the Ireland’s most renowned sites for being the home of more than twenty seven thousand pairs of gannets and is the second largest colony of seabirds in the world. The clouds on the top of the rocks, often give an impression that there are volcanic eruptions, but there is nothing volcanic about them. They were created of the Devonian Sandstone that runs through Kerry straight from the south-western headlands to the shores of Killarney’s lakes.

Skellig Michael Cruises of Portmagee

Skellig Michael Cruises of Portmagee

Skellig Michael cruises were launched in the year 2013, keeping in view the needs of people who were not able to climb the rock due to some disability or age factor. The Idea of Skellig Michael Tour turned out to be a great success during the very first season. The Marber Therese II is a new charter boat that has been designed keeping safety standards of the highest level in view. They carry out three tours across the two islands each day and the timings are 10:30 A.M., 1:30 P.M. and 4:30 P.M. Though, cancellations may occur if climatic conditions do not permit, assuring safety to the travelers. You can browse over their website and take a look at the beautiful photos, videos and posts related to the Skellig Michael. If you are planning your next holiday, go to the Schellig Michael, we are sure you will not be disappointed; instead this will be a beautiful experience for the lifetime. The season will be full of rush so book now to avoid any last minute disappointment. For further information or queries about services or booking procedure feel free to fill in the inquiry form available on the website or mark them an email at skelligmichaelcruises@gmail.com

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