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View accross Peel bay towards Peel Castle Isle of Man
Many Worlds, One Island
Don’t be fooled by size. For a tiny island, the Isle of Man packs an extraordinary variety of attractions. Where else would you find working Victorian railways rubbing shoulders with world-class road-racing events? Famous ancient fortresses and the world’s largest water wheel? Fields full of rare orchids and seas rich with wrecks? This is an island steeped in myths and legends but thoroughly modern in outlook; proud of its rich past and optimistic about its future. To visit the Isle of Man is to experience a world of dramatic and unusual contrasts - old and new, town and country, land and sea – all infused with the laid-back warmth and friendliness for which the Island’s people are famous. This section presents a guide to the Island’s chief areas of interest of visitors: Coast, Countryside, Heritage, Culture, Railways and Motorsport. Whatever your passion, your journey is just beginning…


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