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It's located 95 kilometres to the northwest of the country's capital, Dublin.
Sitting 70 kilometres to the east, Newcastle Beach is a delightful spot to spend an afternoon unwinding by the ocean. Bundoran Beach also offers visitors some incredible views. You'll discover this stretch of coastline 95 kilometres to the east.
Go beyond Ballybay and you'll run into some picturesque natural sights. Just 35 kilometres away, Slieve Gullion is a brilliant place to unwind in the fresh air. You also can't lose with Killykeen Forest Park, 35 kilometres away from Ballybay.
What could be more exciting than chanting until your voice is hoarse at a Gaelic football game? See the Monaghan GAA battle for glory at St. Tiernach's Park, located in Clones, 20 kilometres away. Alternatively, experience the buzz of a live home game featuring the Monaghan GAA.
Venture further afield and find out what's happening in Cootehill, 11 kilometres to the southwest. Plenty of visitors come here for the Killeen Golf Club and the Monaghan Golf Driving Range. Alternatively, Shercock is 13 kilometres to the south of Ballybay. Head to this place for easy access to Lough an Leagh Mountain and Lough Sillan.
Monaghan, 16 kilometres to the north, may be worthy of a day trip. Use it as a base when stopping by Church Square, the Monaghan County Museum and Other Sights. If you need more convincing, other nearby attractions include the Monaghan Valley Pitch & Putt Club and St. Louis Heritage Centre.
Your eyes shouldn't get to have all the fun while you're in Monaghan. Give your taste buds a little love as well by trying the local food and drink. After all, you can't say you've really experienced a place until you've tasted its flavours.
Do you love mutton? What about pork? Whether you're crazy about them or not, they are two key ingredients commonly used in the cuisine here.
Don't miss the opportunity to sample Irish stew (lamb or mutton with potato, onion and parsley) or bacon and cabbage (pork back boiled with cabbage and potato). These popular dishes are what Monaghan is all about.
Still got a bit of give in your waistband after your main meal? Then place an order for sweet seedcake loaf, a moreish sweet treat.
Is there anything more satisfying than tossing back an icy pint of beer topped off with a fluffy, white head? Quench your thirst and rub shoulders with a few locals over a couple of rounds of Murphy’s Irish Stout.
If you're considering visiting Ballybay in March, you'll want to be here around the 17th for Saint Patrick's Day. There's always lots of excitement leading up to this national day of celebration.
With just a small amount of your holiday allowance jingling around in your pocket, be sure to grab some mementos of the beautiful Monaghan region before you say your final goodbye.
If you're flying in and out, you'll likely be using Belfast International Airport (BFS). It's 75 kilometres to the northeast. Pack your suitcase, find a convenient route and set an alarm!
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