Welcome to Inis Oirr Island, the smallest Aran Island, off the West Coast of Ireland

FAQ

Questions & Answers

Some of the most frequently asked questions:

"What do you do in the winter?" 

"We sleep" answered one hard worker

"Why are there so many stone walls?"

"Because there are so many fields" answered a young girl..

"Is there a hole in the wall?"  I believe they meant bank facilities.

"Where are all the natives, I haven't seen one yet?" 

(I was standing right beside the lady who was questioning another visitor)

You will get many strange and different replies to questions like these. 

If you get frustrated when islanders can't seem to give you a straight answer, you might forgive us when you consider that we have heard these questions as many times as there are stones in the walls.