Leitrim

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County of the Republic of Ireland, in the province of Connacht, bounded on the northwest by Donegal Bay; county town Carrick-on-Shannon; area 1,530 sq km/591 sq mi; population (2002) 25,800. Carrick-on-Shannon, Mohill, and Manorhamilton are the most important towns. The rivers Shannon, Bonet, Drowes, and Duff run through Leitrim. There is some coal, and iron and lead in the mountainous areas, though no longer mined. Potatoes and oats are grown, and some cattle and sheep are reared. Tourism is becoming increasingly important. Parke's Castle (17th century) is one of the most popular attractions in the county.

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