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Where are Ireland’s Gaeltacht areas located?
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The Gaeltacht areas are regions in Ireland where the Irish language remains the primary spoken language. These areas are primarily located along the western coast of the country, specifically in counties such as Donegal, Mayo, Galway, and Kerry, as well as parts of Cork, Meath, and Waterford.1
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