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Read the Ogham Stone: Aghadoe, Co Kerry

Distracted by the magnificent view of the lakes and mountains near Killarney, most visitors march passed the stone embedded into … more

It’s always good to be prepared, and for Adolphus Cooke, that meant building his father’s mausoleum in the shape of … more

Along the road are the ruins of a 13th century church and cemetery, but it’s the stone roofed church that … more

Once the largest medieval priory in Ireland, Athassel offers a maze of old buildings you can freely explore. The site … more

This passage tomb is older than Newgrange, and the tour inside provides a much more up-close and personal experience than … more

Since the first grave was dug in 1832, Glasnevin has become a who’s who in Irish history. In an era … more

In the village of Kilcommon, take in this beautiful, serene prayer garden. In spite of being a pilgrimage destination for … more

Wandering through the gardens at Mount Usher, I found the pet cemetery. Where Muffin and Fluffy can rest in peace … more

Several sites connected to the Barack Obama’s Kearney relative’s remain near Moneygall. It is believed the Kearney’s would have been … more

Built between 1843 and 1857 amidst the Great Famine, St Mary’s Cathedral in Kilkenny houses a number of notable statues, … more

Located just outside the village of Rear Cross on the road between Limerick and Thurles, this 4,000-year-old neolithic structure is … more