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Tourist Attractions > Europe > Isle of Man > House of Manannan | |
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House of Manannan Description Located by the harbour in the city of Peel, the award-winning House of Manannan is a museum that explores the island’s Celtic, Viking and maritime traditions using a series of exhibitions and interactive displays. Manannan is a mythological sea god who was said to be able to blanket the island in a thick fog to protect it from its enemies. The island’s history begins with pagan Celts who built wooden roundhouses, many of which have been excavated near the site and a reconstructed version is on display in the museum. Christianity arrived on the island around 500AD and Viking settlers arrived soon after marrying into the local communities. The Isle of Man’s identity, past and present, is intimately linked to the sea and there’s a permanent exhibition that explores these links with state-of-the-art displays and interactive exhibits. Transportation Air: Isle of Man Airport (Ballasalla). Water: Ferry: Douglas Ferry Port. Rail: Scenic steam railway travels south from Douglas. The Manx Electric Railway travels north from Douglas. Road: Bus: Public services. Contact Addresses Manx National Heritage Office, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 3LY Tel: 01624 648000 Website: www.gov.im/imh Isle of Man - Map 
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