| The Aran Islands have been ranked in 11th place among islands around the world by National Geographic. The islands received this rating following a review of 111 selected islands and archipelagos by a panel of 522 experts in sustainable tourism and destination stewardship.
The positive comments included:
"Unspoilt, beautiful, and dramatic destination for archaeology, bird-watching, and spectacular hill walking. The rugged beauty of the island is maintained and sustainable. The inhabitants maintain a strong sense of their cultural heritage and identity. Well resourced and cared for."
"Walking through chilly, wind-blown pastures, running a hand along the mortarless walls, you can't help but feel a connection to the craftsmen who, centuries ago, so carefully fitted each stone. That this feeling, this authenticity, has survived the modern world is nothing short of miraculous."
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