Title
A currach or curragh on Keem beach, Achill Island.
A currach or curragh on Keem beach, Achill Island.
Description
A traditional lightweight fishing boat with a wooden frame over which animal skins or hides were once stretched, though now canvas is more usual. The construction and design of the currach are unique to the west coast of Ireland.
A traditional lightweight fishing boat with a wooden frame over which animal skins or hides were once stretched, though now canvas is more usual. The construction and design of the currach are unique to the west coast of Ireland.
