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Tuam, Co. Galway

Tuam (Irish: Tuaim) is a small town in County Galway. Tuam gets its name from the Tumulus - a bronze age burial ground - on which the town is built. It was established in the 5th century when St Jarlath founded a monastery here, stopping when a wheel broke on his chariot.

The O'Connor Kings, Turlough and Ruari, lived here In the 11th century. Turlough built a castle and an abbey which later became a cathedral. All that remains is part of the wall of their castle, a stone throne known as the chair of Tuam, and the O'Connor name.

The people of Tuam claim it is the smallest city in the world based on the presence of a cathedral, one of the original definitions of what constitutes a city. However, despite Tuam's two cathedrals, it is officially a town. Moreover, the city of St. David's in Wales has a smaller population and is officially a city.

Gardens

Brigit's Garden & Cafe

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Golf

Castlebar Golf Club

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Course Type: Parkland

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Self Catering

The Courtyard at Clonalis

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What's On

Claremorris Country Market - Co Mayo - Fridays

Claremorris Country Market - Friday 10am-2pm

Town Hall, Claremorris, Co Mayo

Contact: Alma Gallagher 094 937 1830

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Tourist Attractions

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Wedding Venues

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