County Fermanagh is the westernmost of the six counties that form Northern
Ireland, and the westernmost part of the United Kingdom. It is part of the
province of Ulster. Fermanagh is often referred to as Ireland's Lake
District. The county is approximately 120 km (75 mi) from Belfast and 160 km
(99 mi) from Dublin.
Agriculture and tourism are two
of the most important industries in Fermanagh. The main types of farming in
the area are beef, dairy, sheep, pigs and some poultry. Most of the
agricultural land is used as grassland for grazing and silage or hay rather
than for other crops.
The waterways are extensively used by cabin cruisers, other small pleasure
craft and anglers. The main town of Fermanagh is Enniskillen (Inis
Ceithleann, Ceithleann's island). The island town hosts a range of
attractions including the Castle Coole Estate and Enniskillen Castle, which
is home to the museum of The Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers and the 5th Royal
Inniskilling Dragoon Guards. |
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