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100% of people who have been to County Mayo think it's worth visiting. The most popular places in County Mayo are Mayo, Ashford Castle, and Westport. County Mayo is featured on the list 32 counties of Ireland.

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Visited the house where my grandfather grew up. The whole area is gorgeous and remote and old and green and full of the friendliest people. Pictures here: http://flickr.com/photos/marthe/tags/countymayo/

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