Killybegs is an important centre of the fishing industry with a fine natural harbour. The Donegal carpets manufactured in the town are world famous. There is very fine scenery in the immediate vicinity of Killybegs. Carntullagh Head which can be reached by rowing across the harbour, and Drumanoo Head, should be visited. There is an extensive view from the summit of Crownarad (1,621 ft.), 3 miles to the west Fintragh Strand, a splendid beach 2 miles from the town, affords excellent bathing.
The Fishing Port of Killybegs, Co. Donegal, Ireland
Narrow winding streets give Killybegs a
timeless feel, which contrasts sharply with the industriousness of this
small town. The sense of prosperity stems in part from the manufacture
of the Donegal carpets for which the town is famous, and which adorn
Dublin Castle and other palaces around the world. Killybegs is one of
Ireland’s busiest fishing ports and the quays are well worth seeing when
the trawlers arrive to off-load their catch: gulls squawk overhead and
the smell of fish fills the air.
