Cliffs of Moher: one of the best spots for selfies

The Irish cliffs are tagged everywhere on social networks... and show a real craze on the part of tourists from all over the world!

Gwen Rouviere
by Gwen Le Cointre
15 September 2021, 13:02
Cliffs of Moher: one of the best spots for selfies
Les Falaises de Moher - © Cristi

It’s official: according to “Enjoy Travel” travel magazine, the Cliffs of Moher are among the most beautiful spots in the world to take a selfie! To reach this conclusion, the magazine analyzed social networks…. And the results are clear: the Irish cliffs were tagged in 634,375 selfies on Instagram and 5 million on TikTok. It’s enough to propel this natural site into 25th place among the best places to take a portrait!

The Cliffs of Moher: a world-famous site!

A unique, photogenic spot, but one that requires caution

No need to prevaricate: the Cliffs of Moher are a unique place in the world… At 215 metres high and 8 kilometers long, the site is truly breathtaking! The meeting of rock and ocean makes this a sight worth seeing at least once in your life!

That’s why the spot attracts millions of visitors every year, who come to admire the breathtaking view!

Stand anywhere and take a selfie, and the background will be spectacular. For a breathtaking view of the Aran Islands and Galway Bay, visit the round stone lookout known as O’Brien’s Tower. then Enjoy Travel.
For even more spectacular panoramic views, follow the Doolin Cliff boardwalk and coastal path. This will take you from the charming village of Doolin to the Cliffs of Moher.

But beware: although selfies are very common here, they’re no less dangerous. Indeed, unfortunate accidents have occurred at the top of these cliffs: visitors have sometimes fallen to their deaths, getting too close to the edge for a simple selfie.

The site, still in its natural state, can be dangerous if you’re not careful. The Cliffs are the perfect place for a self-portrait… as long as you do it safely!

For your information, here’s a list of the top places to take a selfie around the world. In 25th place, Ireland has a lot to be proud of… and confirms just how many natural treasures Ireland has to offer!

  1. Disneyland – Paris, France
  2. Disney World – Florida, United States
  3. Burj Khalifa – Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  4. Eiffel Tower – Paris, France
  5. Taj Mahal – Agra, India
  6. Grand Canyon – Arizona, United States
  7. Machu Picchu – Peru
  8. London Bridge – London, England
  9. Saint Basil’s Cathedral – Moscow, Russia
  10. Kruger National Park – South Africa
  11. Golden Gate Bridge – San Francisco, United States
  12. Phi Phi Island – Thailand
  13. Empire State Building – New York, United States
  14. Big Ben – London, England
  15. La Sagrada Familia – Barcelona, Spain
  16. Hollywood sign – Los Angeles, United States
  17. Colosseum – Rome, Italy
  18. Marina Bay – Singapore
  19. Neuschwanstein Castle – Schwangau, Germany
  20. The Leaning Tower – Pisa, Italy
  21. Pyramids of Giza – Cairo, Egypt
  22. Shibuya crossing – Tokyo, Japan
  23. The Great Wall – China
  24. Christ the Redeemer – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  25. Cliffs of Moher – Clare, Ireland

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