For centuries, Lifford has been the Gateway to Donegal. The administrative capital of the county, which sits on the opposite side of the River Foyle from its Northern Ireland neighbour, Strabane.
Set in a rich archaeological hinterland, Lifford grew to become a stronghold for the O’Donnell Clan. Cavancor Historic house lies a few km from the town; it is the ancestral home of James Knox Polk, president of the U.S.A in the last century. Seat of Power Visitor Centre, this historic mid 16th century Courthouse has been converted into an award winning heritage centre.
A four screen Cineplex and Greyhound Track is also here in this town of Lifford.