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Tertiary Activities
Chapter 21; Tertiary activities
Question | Answer |
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Define Bypass | A road which goes around a town rather than through it. It is designed to ease traffic congestion in urban centres. |
Define Liquidation | When a company ceases trading and uses any remaining assets to pay debt or divide among its shareholders. |
Tourism | 66% employed in tertiary sector, most directly or indirectly in tourism, move widespread tourist facilities, Galway attracts majority of tourists. |
Natural attractions | Natural/unspoilt scenery, coastline shaped by Atlantic, unique coastal landforms, Croaghaun Mountain Co. Mayo. |
Cultural attractions | Largest Gaeltacht, 20,000 students each summer, Ceide Fields, heritage towns, Westport, Strokestown. |
Religious pilgrimages | Knock, Co. Mayo, Marian Shrine, Catholic pilgrimage,IWA, Croagh Patrick, Co. Mayo. |
Sporting occasions | Surfing, water sports, Gaelforce West, outdoor adventure centres, Delphi Mountain resort, Galway races (70 million annually) |