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Natural features

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Description of landscape of Backs parish from Irish Tourist Association Survey, 1942

This section describes the landscape and geological formation of Back parish. The parish is bounded on the east by the River Moy and west and south by Logh Conn and Lough Cullin. The lanscape is very scenic in character, particularly around Pontoon.

Please select one of the categories below to view more information on the ITA Survey  for Backs:

Accommodation and catering

Amenities and general information

Antiquities

Mansions, castles and estates

Sports and games

 

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