A key sector of this county’s economy is tourism. Bangor, County Down’s largest town, is a popular seaside resort and retail centre, while the Mourne Mountains, named as an area of outstanding natural beauty, are a major attraction. The county is also home to Exploris, Northern Ireland’s only aquarium and seal sanctuary. Shortcross Distillery, which produces gin and whiskey, is in the town of Downpatrick.
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