The Royal Celtic Capital of Connacht: Tulsk, Co Roscommon
Covering over four square miles, at least 200 sites and monuments, and tracing through history from the earliest settlement (8,000 … more
Covering over four square miles, at least 200 sites and monuments, and tracing through history from the earliest settlement (8,000 … more
In what is probably the manliest sculpture in Ireland, artist Shane Gilmore gives us a shirtless, limestone lad marching unimpeded … more
Among the “seven blessed wells of Killeigh, this dry stone wall channels water from a natural spring. Water from this … more
In 1858, two Tipperary brothers, Daniel and William Cormack, were convicted of murder.
They insisted on their innocence, but the … more
We were wandering around the area, slowly making our way down from the ferry at Tarbert to Dingle, our stop … more
The Donkey Sanctuary just outside … more
Long before Ireland became the ‘Land of Saints and Scholars’, it was the land of Druids and Celts. Stone age, … more
The Saltee Islands is comprised of a pair of privately owned, ancient islands, lying 3 miles off the coast of … more
The Castle which was destroyed by an accidental fire in 1826 is currently undergoing extensive internal restoration. This semi fortified … more
In the shadow of the round tower in Timahoe, a peculiar piece of artwork has been erected. With no explanation, … more
Located south of Tullow on the grounds of All Saint Church of Ireland, this site shows us an example of … more
This standing stone across the road from Punchestown racecourse is definitely worth a visit. The stone is dotted with bits … more
This rather impressive rath (ring fort) is located in a bend in the road in the Slieve Bloom Mountains and … more
We stopped by this abbey on our way out of Ballyvaughan and south to the next B&B in Dingle. The … more
Quin Abbey is impressive, yet still charming and intimate. It is only about 9 miles from Ennis, and definitely worth … more
Dysert O’Dea is a simple tower castle hidden away in the rolling hills of County Clare, and worth a search. … more
Dominating the town, Desmond Castle was built in 1199 by William de Burgo and it became the dwelling place of … more
Truly hidden in the Glen of Aherlow, there are no signposts that will lead you to these sites dedicated to … more
For the last 25 years, Fethard has been home to a notable car boot sale (flea market). Items range from … more