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Castle Rushen
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Situated in the heart of Castletown, the Island’s ancient capital, Castle Rushen is one of Europe’s most finely preserved medieval castles and fortress of the Kings and Lords of Mann.
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Isle of Man Steam Train
Only one line of a once vast Steam Railway system remains on the Isle of Man. Originally built in the late 1800's the 3 feet track gauge lines covered about fifty miles. Now only the southern line, operating since 1874 continues. It covers around 15 miles from Douglas to Port Erin. Saved by the Marquis of Ailsa, who bravely funded the continuation of the line after competition from other forms of transport threaten the line with closure in the 1960's. The line was taken over by the Manx Government in the 1970's to run as a tourist attraction. The Southern Steam Railway line still runs as the longest narrow gauge steam line in British Isles. The trains date from 1874 and are maintained largely by local workshops and smithy.
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Lazer Blast
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There is no denying that a lot of what the Isle of Man has to offer is very weather dependent. Thankfully though there are still things to do if the weather isn’t so great and one of those things is Lazer Blast.
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Old House of Keys
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The Old House of Keys is the fascinating former home of the Manx Parliament and centre of 19th Century political life on the Isle of Man.
The history of the Old House of Keys building is one chapter in the long, and often turbulent, history of Manx politics which stretches back to the 9th and 10th centuries when the Viking Kings ruled the Isle of Man.
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Pagan Ladies Necklace
Thought to date to mid to late 900 AD, a total of 73 beads were found in the grave of the “Pagan Lady”, mostly clustered around the area of her head, and probably forming one long necklace. The beads are on display at the Manx Museum.
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Peel Castle
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Overlooking picturesque Peel harbour is the ancient castle and island fortress of Peel Castle set on St Patrick’s Isle, where you can unwrap the layers of Manx history within the castle’s magnificent walls.
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Sea Kayaking
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The Isle of Man offers a diverse coastline, from the highest steepest cliffs to gently sloping beaches. A lot of this coast is best enjoyed from the sea and what better way to get up close and personal with the local sea life than in a Sea Kayak? Launching from several locations around the island local Sea Kayaking specialists Adventurous Experiences can ensure a safe but memorable sea kayaking experience of a lifetime.
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The Grove Museum
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The Grove Museum of Victorian Life tells the story of the Gibb family and their Victorian summer retreat, which later became their permanent residence and family home. Beautifully preserved to provide an intriguing insight into life in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, a visit to the house, outbuildings and country garden is like stepping back in time.
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The Manx Museum
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The Manx Museum is bursting with artefacts and treasures unique to the Isle of Man and presents the Story of Mann through films, galleries and interactive displays. The perfect place to discover Manx history and culture, and begin your journey around our fascinating Island.
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The Nautical Museum
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The Nautical Museum is a fascinating ‘tardis like’ building. This tiny museum originates from the discovery of the 18th century armed yacht, the ‘Peggy’, walled up in her boat cellar and now seen as being of 'extraordinary' maritime importance on the National Historic Ships Register.
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Friday 25 May 2012
