When coming to Ireland, most tourists land in Dublin and take one-day or weekend trips to nearby counties. If you’re planning to stay in Dublin, you’d be missing out if you don’t add a tour of County Wicklow to your itinerary. This glorious county is just an hour’s drive from the urban centre of Dublin and […]
The Great Famine, also called the Irish Potato Famine, was one of Ireland’s most pivotal historic events that ended up changing the course of history for the country. Starting in 1845, the famine lasted four years and caused significant damage to the country. It also ended up being the major cause of large-scale Irish emigration […]
For all the history lovers interested in learning about Ireland’s rich past, County Meath is the perfect place to begin. This historic county has some of the country’s most significant landmarks that each have a story to tell. These beautiful places will leave you spellbound and, at the same time, transport you to a different […]
When Christianity took hold of the world, several monks travelled to Ireland to build monasteries there. One of the primary reasons for choosing Ireland for this purpose was that the island was free from distractions, and the monks could focus on studying and understanding religion. Of course, Christianity did not come to the mainstream in […]
Ireland is a land steeped in ancient myths and legends. From tales of faeries and heroines to stories of gods and goddesses, these myths are part of the culture and history of the country. Here, we’ll explore four of the most interesting tales from Irish folklore passed down through generations. 1. The Children Of Lir This […]
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