Taking in the Connemara Views with a Stop at Shanafaraghaun Burial Ground: Co Galway
On the scenic road along Connemara’s Lough Nafooey’s northern shore, this quiet little spot provides a comfortable little respite. One … more
The Jealous Wall… Ireland’s Largest Folly: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Built on the grounds of Belvedere House, The Jealous Wall was intentionally built to look like a ruin. This type … more
Irish Sport Worship: Limerick City
The Irish love their sport, and Limerick is no exception. In 2011 it was named European City of Sport, and … more
Remembering the Victims of the Titanic: Cahir, Co Tipperary
With the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic in April 2012, small memorials are popped up all over … more
Discovering Irish Design and Craftsmanship: Cahir, Co Tipperary
It’s refreshing to find a place dedicated to Irish designed crafts. The Craft Granary in Cahir says “no thanks” to … more
The “Lucky” Headless Child of Prague and the Secrets of Bunratty: Co Clare
Although a stop at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park won’t put you off-the-beaten-path, a few things in the park are … more
Honoring Olympians: Nenagh, Co Tipperary
The town of Nenagh celebrates her Olympic athletes with a trio of statues outside the newly refurbished courthouse. The statues … more
Discovering “The Stones”: Lecarrow, Co Roscommon
The Megalithic structures situated near the village of Lecarrow in South Co. Roscommon are relatively unknown. In the middle of … more
Finding the Lost Town of Rindoon… the “Camelot of the Shannon”: Lecarrow, Co Roscommon
The deserted Medieval town of Rindoon is situated on a peninsula on the western shore of Lough Ree about nine … more
Ballyartella Bridge, Weir, and Castle: Ballyartella, Co Tipperary
Just a stones throw from Hanly Woolen Mills and Shop, this five-arch bridge and tower house remnants provide a picturesque … more
14th Century Carrigaphooca Castle and Stone Circle: Macroom, County Cork
About half way between Cork and Killarney, in a field just a couple of miles outside the town of Macroom, … more
The Remains of Castlesaunderson: Castlesaunderson Demesne, Co Cavan/Fermanagh
The once grand estate is in the hands of the Cavan County Council and home to the Boy Scouts of … more
The Good Samaritan Bog Sculpture: Belmont, Co Offaly
The tiny village of Belmont features a sculpture at its crossroads called The Good Samaritan. It is made from pieces … more
Fairytale Ceramics with Artist Cara Turner: Castlecove, Co Kerry
We all know Ireland is filled to the brim with magic. However, I know a place where you can see, … more
Haunted by Castle Matrix: Rathkeale, Co Limerick
A local told me Castle Matrix (pronounced Matt-trix) was open again for tours, but once we finally found the place … more
Dunaghmore High Cross: Dunaghmore, Co Tyrone
Standing at the crossroads at the top of town, this high cross shows several Biblical scenes in its panels. In … more
Drombeg Stone Circle: Rosscarbery, Co. Cork
Known locally as the Druid’s Altar, Drombeg Stone Circle is set on a hillside in rural West Cork about 1-½… moreClare Abbey: Clarecastle, Co. Clare
Clare Abbey is a scenic ruin of crumbling walls, tracery windows, a tower and ruined battlements. At one time the… moreThe Ghost Village at An Port, County Donegal
Not far from the village of Glencolmcille in west County Donegal there is a hidden village, found only by driving … more