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as if they were stepping stones. Mal, however, not being so nimble lost her footing and was dashed against the rocks.
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that resembles a woman's head looking out to sea. It provides a vantage point over much of the cliff formation.
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and chased her would-be suitor across Ireland. Cú Chulainn escaped by hopping across
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stands at Hag's Head. Until the early 19th century, it was the site of a
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or sea-witch, Mal of Malbay, fell in love with the Irish
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Hag's Head with face part visible - as seen from ocean.
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is the name given to the most southerly point of the
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The Clare Guide - Official Irish Tourist Board Guide
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Cliffs of Moher
County Clare
Ireland
cliffs
rock formation
local legend
hag
hero
Cú Chulainn
sea stacks
Moher Tower
promontory fort
natural arch


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Tourism
County Clare
Clare Abbey
Cois na hAbhna
Ennis Friary
Glór Theatre
Ailladie
Aillwee Cave

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