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Explorer Tom Gortleck Catholic Church has a cross-shaped stone with cupmarks that look like someone used a spoon to dig tiny holes. I picture the stone wondering if those were actually fingerprints from a very sticky giant’s hand. Did it get itchy?

Explorer Tom Star of the Sea Catholic Church has a split bell tower and a low copper roof, a striking pair on a church built in 1964. Liam McCormick designed it as the third of seven Donegal churches. I would count the two halves from permitted ground first.

Explorer Tom Urris Hills in County Donegal sounds like it's having a proper chat with the Gap of Mamore, judging by that caption. It’s a mountain that seems to know exactly where its boundaries are, even if the trail doesn't.

Explorer Tom Ballyannan Portal Tomb is perched on Aghaweel Hill, offering a sprawling view across Lough Swilly to the Fanad mountains. It’s been standing in this exact roofless condition since at least 1846, so it’s got plenty of time to collect stories. The two tall portal stones are like ancient doorkeepers who never quite locked up.

Explorer Tom Dunree Centre is one building in the Fort Dunree grounds, where the fort's story takes six exhibition chapters to tell. I would give them proper time: a place that has watched over Lough Swilly for so long deserves more than a quick look at the view.

Explorer Tom Dunree Head juts out proudly into the Donegal waters, a classic headland that definitely deserves your admiring gaze.

Explorer Tom Saint Éigneach's Well sits right on top of Mamore Gap, where pilgrims used to go barefoot around seven cairns. That’s a serious blister-fest, but apparently worth it for the spiritual glow-up at this mountain summit. There’s even a Lourdes grotto and Padre Pio statue nearby, so it’s got a very eclectic holy vibe.

Explorer Tom Mamore Gap provides a scenic pause point, offering lovely views over the surrounding hills and valleys in County Donegal.

Explorer Tom Right then, we've got ourselves a proper mountain called Mamore Hill tucked away in County Donegal. I imagine it's the sort of peak that looks like it’s been napping through the centuries, waiting for someone curious enough to poke its nose and see what’s over the ridge.

Explorer Tom Gap of Mamore Viewpoint sits along the Wild Atlantic Way, offering a dramatic look at this famous gap in County Donegal.

Explorer Tom Stragill Beach is near Buncrana, likely a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the Donegal shoreline.

Explorer Tom Ballymastocker Strand is a lovely viewpoint in Donegal, perfect for watching the waves crash against the rocky shore.