Right in the heart of the West of Ireland in Co. Galway, Connemara National Park comprises some 2,900 hectares of scenic mountains, heath and bogland, and grasslands. Some of the Park's mountains, namely Benbaun,Bencullagh, Benbrack and Muchanaghtare are part of the famous Twelve Bens range. The nucleus of a herd of native deer has been re-introduced to Connemara in the park, and there are also a herd of Connemara ponies. The cultural heritage includes Neolithic court tombs and the remains of hundreds of years of agriculture.Entrance to the Park is on the Clifden side of Letterfrack Village. The Park grounds are open all year round and the visitor centre is open from May to the end of September. Arrangements can be made for visiting groups, in particular schools, at other times of the year by telephoning 095 41054. The development of the Connemara landscape over 10,000 years is exhibited in the visitor centre with 3D models and large scale displays. Other facilities available are an audio-visual show, picnic Regions, heritage site information, tea -room, nature trails, nature walks and talks and a series of activities during the summer especially for younger visitors.