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If you�re looking for a unique
travel destination the Isle of Man may be your ideal location. Located in the
Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland, the Isle of Man is part of the
British Isles. It�s not part of the UK which means it has its own government
and currency (although pounds sterling are also used).
A Step Back in Time
Miles and miles of rugged
coastline give the Isle of Man an almost exotic appeal. You feel as if you�ve
stepped back in time to a land that is new and undiscovered. Yet the
horse-drawn carriages found in some quaint seaside villages portray a different
era. 19th century buildings can be found lining the shore where you can enjoy
the unique variety of boutiques and high end shops.
You can visit ancient castles,
explore labyrinths, and even hang out with ghosts with a Castle Rushen ghost
tour. If you enjoy ghosts and all things undead you might also enjoy Meayll
Hill. There you�ll find the site of twelve burial chambers and the largest
Neolithic tomb in the British Isles at Cashtal yn Ard.
Nature in Abundance
More than 40% of the land on the
Isle of Man is unpopulated. There is abundant opportunity to enjoy nature. Glen
Maye provides an enjoyable hike to picturesque waterfalls. The hike then ends
at a secluded beach. Glen Maye is just one of eighteen national glens. They
provide visitors the opportunity to enjoy both the beaches and the mountains.
If you are an animal lover then
you�ll enjoy the Calf of Man nature reserve and bird observatory. Visitors can
often see seals basking in the sun on the rocks. The Ayres is an
internationally renowned wildlife area where animal lovers are often able to
enjoy a varied scene of birds, seals and sharks.
Dark Sky Locations
The Isle of Man has been
identified as one of the best places in the world to enjoy the night sky. The
absence of surrounding lights and light pollution combined with their location
means that visitors can often enjoy unaided and detailed views of galaxies far
away. Bring a telescope and you can see even more. It�s not uncommon for people
to be able to enjoy the Northern Lights.
In addition to a wealth of
opportunities to experience a unique and ancient island, the Isle of Man is
also rich with hotels, restaurants, and an opportunity to learn, enjoy, and
embrace culture. If you�re looking for a special vacation, you can�t go wrong
with a trip to the Isle of Man.