Sightseeing in Wexford involves visit to the wildlife reserve and parks of Wexford. Apart from this, Sightseeing in Wexford also includes a visit to the beach and wonderful farms of the surrounding areas.
Some sight seeing places in Wexford are:
John F. Kennedy Arboretum
This park boasts of a plant collection of 4,500 types of trees and shrubs. They have been brought from all temperate regions of the world. Spread over 252 hectares the park is located on the southern Slopes of Slieve Coillte.
Saltee Islands
These islands are a haven for sea birds. They lie off the south coast of Wexford. Great and Little Saltee nurtures a wonderful array of birds, from gannets and gulls to puffins and Manx shearwaters. Together they form Ireland’s largest bird sanctuary. Great Saltee is particularly famous for its colonies of cormorants
Wexford Wildlife Reserve
Come winter and you can spot one third of the world’s population of Greenland white Fronted Geese. You can also spot thousands of other duck and wader species as well. The reserve has astounding viewing facilities with hides and observation tower.
Duncannon Lighthouse
This is the oldest lighthouse in Ireland. It was built in 1744. Two types of lenses are used to signal ships. White is used to signal ships on course and red to warn that they are off course.
Mount Leinster
This is the highest peak in the Blackstairs Mountains. One can reach the summit through forest walks and see fantastic views around. One can also partake in hand gliding here. Duncannon BeachOne of the best in the South East, Duncannon Beach has h a safe and happy visit.
Ballylane Farm
Ballylane is 200 acre farm in the midst of rolling green countryside. Among the works in the farm are cultivation, deer and pheasant production, sheep rearing and forestry. Visitors can enjoy a one hour tour through woods and fields.
Lady’s Island Lake
This is a lagoon separated from the open sea by a shingle bank. Breeding gulls and terns are to be found on the islands. The island houses Ireland’s largest mixed tern colony, including the rare roseate tern.
This apart an ample number of sight seeing opportunities is available for tourists visiting Wexford.
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