Burren National Park
Ireland
The Burren is renowned for its remarkable assemblage of plants and animals, over 70% of Ireland's species of flowers are found there. The region supports Arctic–alpine and Mediterranean Basin plants side-by-side, due to the unusual environment.
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Burren National Park, a place that feels as though you have stepped onto another planet. The name 'Burren' comes from the Irish word 'Boireann,' meaning a rocky place, and it is an apt description for this…
Listen in the app2The Nature Trail — A Delicate Ecosystem
We begin on the White Trail, a 1.5-kilometer nature walk that provides a perfect introduction to the Burren’s diversity. As you walk, notice that the 'rocky desert' is actually teeming with life. …
Listen in the app3Limestone Pavements — Clints and Grykes
Standing on a vast expanse of limestone pavement, you are witnessing the quintessential Burren landscape. The flat blocks you are walking on are called 'clints,' and the fissures between them are 'grykes.' These patterns were…
Listen in the app4Mulaghmore Mountain — The Twisted Summit
Dominating the skyline of the national park is Mulaghmore Mountain. To the eye of a geologist, Mulaghmore is a spectacular display of 'folded limestone.' As you look at its slopes, you can see the layers of rock—the…
Listen in the app5The Disappearing Lakes — Turloughs
One of the most mysterious features of the Burren is the presence of 'turloughs,' or disappearing lakes. Near the base of Mulaghmore, you will see a large body of water that may not have been there a few weeks ago, or may be gone…
Listen in the app6Ancient Inhabitants — The Human Legacy
While the Burren may seem inhospitable, humans have called this place home for at least 6,000 years. Throughout the park, you can find the crumbling remains of Iron Age ringforts and Neolithic monuments. …
Listen in the app7Safety and Conservation — Leaving No Trace
As we conclude our exploration, we must emphasize the importance of safety and conservation. The Burren National Park is a fragile environment that is easily damaged. …
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Our journey through Burren National Park has been a trek through deep time and extraordinary resilience. We have stood on the floor of ancient tropical seas, witnessed the folding of mountains, and marveled at the tiny flowers…
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Our journey through Burren National Park has been a trek through deep time and extraordinary resilience. We have stood on the floor of ancient tropical seas, witnessed the folding of mountains, and marveled at the tiny flowers…
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What is Burren National Park?
Burren National Park is a place in Ireland with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 53.0073, -8.9952 |
| Last updated |
