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The Burren
Term | Definition |
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Flora | The Burren has varied plant life, including orchids, ferns and avens. |
Fauna | The Burrens wildlife includes the green moth, butterflies, pine martens and wild goats. |
Landscape | The Burren has karst landforms, Aillwee Cave and the Cliffs of Moher. |
History | The Burren's monuments include dolmens, ring forts, churches and carved crosses. |
Benefits of increased tourism | Creates a rise in local employment and reduces out-migration. |
Disadvantages of increased tourism | Damaged flora, increased risk of destroying monuments and noise and air pollution. |
Mullaghmore Mountain | Where part of the Burren is situated that has been designated as a national park. |
The Burren | One of Ireland's most important tourist destinations. |