Galway, the city
of the tribes, is one of the fastest growing cities in Europe. The city
grew from a small fishing village. In 1235, the Anglo Normans had captured
the fort of the Galway chieftains, and built a strong castle, around which
the medieval settlement grew. The walling of the city started in 1270, and
the city grew as a merchant city. During the first half of the 17th century,
it was a well built city, however, two seiges by the Cromwellian and the
Williamite forces saw the fall of the city. The Tribes went into exile,
and it is only today that a real revival of the city is evident. Today Galway
is known for it's love of the arts and culture. Search the database for
bed and breakfast in Galway.
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