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A Donegal beauty spot has been treated to a \u20ac5m investment as part of an effort to further boost Ireland as an outdoor tourism destination.<\/p>\nA Donegal beauty spot has been treated to a \u20ac5m investment as part of an effort to further boost Ireland as an outdoor tourism destination.<\/p>\n
Sliabh Liag, on the Wild Atlantic Way, encompasses coastline cliffs of almost 2,000 feet high and currently attracts in excess of 160,000 visitors each year.<\/p>\n
The \u20ac4.95m development project has seen the creation of a transportation hub and visitor centre, as well as road improvements and 2.5km of new mountain paths.<\/p>\n
The final section of the project was officially opened on Wednesday by Education Minister and local TD Joe McHugh as well as Seamus O Domhnaill, Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council.<\/p>\n
Mr McHugh said: \u201cThere\u2019s no match for a place like Sliabh Liag, sitting right on the edge of Donegal\u2019s Gaeltacht.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have a huge opportunity to grow the spectacular location to become a major flagship tourism project for the county.<\/p>\n
\u201cI would like to acknowledge the commitment of all the backers of this project and all those in Donegal County Council, F\u00e1ilte Ireland and Special EU Programs Body who saw the potential in this iconic site.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr O\u2019Domhnaill said he believes the developments will create jobs locally and stimulate local investment.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is about delivering quality tourism development by enhancing a sustainable tourism product and raising awareness worldwide of the brand that is available here in Donegal,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Fiona Monaghan, head of activities at F\u00e1ilte Ireland, said: \u201cWe are committed to building on the success of the Wild Atlantic Way and investment in projects like this ensures that we can provide an unparalleled visitor experience and encourage visitors to explore lesser traveled parts of the west coast, which in turn drives job creation and revenue growth in local areas.\u201d<\/p>\n