 Located at the heart of the British Isles and within easy access of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, the Isle of Man is a unique self-governing country, which is neither a part of UK nor a member of the European Union. The island is governed by its own Parliament called Tynwald.
As a holiday destination, the Isle of Man is best known for its agreeable and relaxed pace of life as well as the wealth of attractions and places to stay. Douglas, the thriving port town on the East coast, is the capital and financial hub of the country. It’s bustling shops, cafés, bars and entertainment venues are a delight for the visitors. Other hip holiday towns and resorts include Port Erin, Ramsey, Peel, Castle town, Port St Mary and Laxey.
If relaxation is your idea of a perfect holiday, there’s nothing better than the Isle of Man! Seek out four unusual museums- Moore's Traditional Museum, Leece Museum, the Regimental Museum of the Manx Regiment in Douglas, and the Aviation Museum at Ronaldsway Airport. Join a tour to see the wonderful Gaiety Theater or see the Isle of Man's famous film locations. The Island has plenty of sporting activities, too. Golf is a famous sport and the Island has nine world class golf courses. Activities like birdwatching, fishing, flying, karting, skating and scuba diving are also quite popular.
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| Capital: Douglas |
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| Area: 572 |
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| Population: 73873 |
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| Population Density: 129.1 |
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