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into the west

This drone footage will remind you just how beautiful Ireland is

In case you’d forgotten.

Kev L Smith / Vimeo

THE WEST OF Ireland is a beautiful place.

It’s something we all know, but can often forget. Step forward film maker and surfer Kevin Smith.

While along the west coast, Kevin used his drone to capture a number of locations, including:

Achill Island

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The Cliffs of Moher

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And Fr Father Ted’s house,

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All in all, it’s just lovely.

Read: Drone footage from the harshest place on earth will take your breath away

Read: Doesn’t Carlow look only gorgeous in this drone footage?

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