Yoga and Art on the Green Isle:
A Retreat on the West Coast of Ireland
The village of Mulranny is tucked away on the banks of Clew Bay across from majestic Croagh Patrick Mountain. Heather Rise House at the Essence of Mulranny Retreat Center is located in this tiny village. Resting on the hillside with dramatic panoramic vistas of the sea and sky, it is truly an artist's paradise. The rugged unspoiled beauty and peaceful solitude of this area provide a perfect setting for art, yoga, and the creative spirit.
Begin your journey in the city of Galway where you will be staying your first night at the Park House Hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring Galway's bustling medieval city streets, lively pubs, street musicians and quaint shops and meet fellow participants at a welcome dinner at the hotel that evening.
The next morning, after a tour of Galway, the group will travel together by bus to County Mayo and Heather Rise House, your home for the week. Enjoy daily yoga sessions with Mimi Solaire in the new yoga studio and at the beach (weather permitting). Experiment and play with fiber arts, glass bead making, and found object sculpture under the guidance of artist Cheryl Cobern Browne. Planned outings include visits to Achill Island, with its stunning coastlines and beaches; the monastic ruins of Burrishoole Abbey; the 15th century tower house castle of pirate queen Granuaille; and an afternoon in the charming town of Westport, filled with shops for every taste. The group will return to Galway via a spectacular scenic drive through the Connemara region. Dinner in Galway, your last night, can be followed by a visit to a lively pub to hear musicians play traditional Irish music.
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