A small and charming island near Great Britain is waiting for your visit. The Isle of Man is one of the British Isles and is located in the Irish sea. The Isle of Man, unlike Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, is self-governing and so is not classed as part of the United Kingdom. The small island is known for its wondrous castles, rural landscapes and beautiful coastline. The Isle of Man has actually been considered the ‘gem of the Irish Sea’ and this is all thanks to its substantial beauty and quirky attractions both of which make it a glorious place to visit.
If the quirky little island interests you, then a little insight into the wonderful experience that awaits is likely to be much appreciated. Whether you decide to visit the capital, Douglas, or wonder the 95-mile breath-taking coastline, the Isle of Man has much for you to see and experience. The predominant culture is said to be highly influenced by the islands Celtic and Norse past and its being said that much of the prevalent music is too influenced by these origins. Additionally, as it was once home to many British immigrants, it’s also pointed out that much of the typical British culture influences the island and so all these influences make for a fascinating culture that is unique to the island. Manx is the traditionally spoken language through the island, however this language is now sadly considered ‘critically endangered’ and the English language is the most spoken throughout the island.
Under the Treaty of Perth, the island became part of Scotland in the year 1266. Then more than a century on, in 1399, it would become under feudal lordship of the English Crown. Despite this it has always maintained its self-governance and has never been part of what we now consider the ‘United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland’. The quaint gem was home to 84,077 individuals in the year 2018 and is too home to many impressive and beautiful attractions.
Castle Rushen is considered one of the most well preserved medieval castles in Europe and the fascinating grounds can be accessed at certain points in the year meaning it makes for an extraordinary day out. On the other hand, The Gaiety Theatre provides the perfect opportunity for you to appreciate some of the magnificent architecture that is unique to the island. With all this in mind the island makes for a beautiful and peaceful trip worth taking.