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Most tourists start exploring Ireland from its capital, Dublin. The sights of Ireland in this city are numerous, and one of the most important is Dublin Castle.
This amazing historical monument was founded in 1204. The castle is perfectly preserved to this day and is still the main castle of Ireland. Today there is a governmental complex of buildings.
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Moving to the south side of Dublin, you can enjoy views of Trinity College and the Fifteen Acres Square famous for being the site of regular duels.
This oldest university in Ireland is one of its main attractions. Founded in 1592, it combines austere academic architecture with the lively atmosphere of a student city in the center of the capital. The college's most famous location is the library with the legendary Long Hall and the Book of Kells, one of Europe's most valuable medieval manuscripts, making Trinity a must stop for tourists.
The Cliffs of Moher rise above the Atlantic like giant sentinels guarding the secrets of the ocean, with a height of up to 214 meters and a length of 8 kilometers. These basalt outcrops, formed millions of years ago by volcanic activity, attract more than a million visitors each year, offering breathtaking panoramas.
Imagine the wind carrying the salty smell of the sea and the seagulls screaming over the crashing waves on the rock - it's pure poetry of nature.
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Nearby is the Berren region, a rocky desert with limestone slabs where rare flowers like mountain orchids grow and ancient dolmens, megalithic tombs 5,000 years old, hide. It is a hiking destination where trails lead to caves and underground rivers.
Also operating here and attracting conscious travelers are eco-trails with guides who explain the geology and flora, noting the importance of preserving this unique ecosystem.
An incredibly scenic valley created by glaciers in the eastern part of Ireland.
Glendaloch is famous for its monastery, built in the sixth century! This site is now recognized as one of the country's top attractions and attracts thousands of tourists. There are also clear lakes, unusual round towers, green hills and many small hotels for tourists in the valley.
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This manor house turned museum is located in the heart of Killarney National Park. The estate is known for its unusual architecture, beautifully preserved interiors and picturesque garden and arboretum.
Every year the Macross House estate hosts a cultural festival that attracts many travelers.
Kilkenny Castle, a gem of 12th century Norman architecture, is impressive. Its towers, surrounded by gardens, look like something out of the pages of a fairy tale, but the reality is more austere - it was the site of rebel trials in the 17th century.
Architectural nuances: a mix of Gothic and Renaissance with frescoes depicting Irish mythology. Cultural analysis reveals how the castle symbolizes the colonial past, but today is a museum where exhibits tell the evolution of Irish identity. You won't believe it, but artifacts from Celtic times have been found in the cellars, adding to the mystique.
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The famous Kells Abbey, located an hour's drive from Dublin, is familiar to the world from two things at once. Firstly, it is where much of the legendary Book of Kells, a true masterpiece of religious art now housed in Dublin's Trinity College, was created.
Secondly, the abbey was featured in the popular cartoon "The Secret of Kells", which was mesmerized by the world from small to large in 2009. Today, this former monastery is a candidate for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List. So, if you have free time in the south, you should definitely take a stroll along its ancient walls, overgrown with emerald ivy, enjoying the peace and quiet of Ireland's countryside.
This county is rich in natural attractions, walking trails and botanical gardens. Its heart is the mountains and national park of the same name, with trails for both a few hours and a few days.
Worth seeing are the Bray Head Cliffs, Powerscourt and Enniskerry waterfalls, Sally Gap Lake and "Lake Guinness" Dan, which resembles a pint of dark beer due to the shape and color of the water and sand. Historic sites of interest include Glenarth Castle, Powerscourt Botanic Gardens, Kilraddery Manor, Mount Usher Gardens, Rossborough House and the ruins of Glendaloch Priory.
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Nestled between the Ring of Kerry and the Ring of Beara is just about the most beautiful place in all of Ireland - Killarney National Park with its relict forests, clear lakes, heathland and gardens.
It is the most natural forest off the island. Here you'll find wild deer grazing, 15th century Ross Castle and Macross House, cascading waterfalls and wild rhododendrons growing by the River Owengarriff. If possible, stay overnight: at dawn the park is especially beautiful in the haze of morning mist and the first rays of the sun.
St. Patrick's Day celebrations have long been popular around the world, but it's in Dublin where fans of this joyous celebration can visit St. Patrick's Cathedral and take in the stories of his life while sightseeing in Ireland.
This building was erected in 1192 and today it is rightly recognized as one of the well-preserved buildings of those long ago years not only on the territory of Ireland, but also throughout Europe.
The cathedral has experienced moments of exaltation and oblivion during its century of life. Today it is once again one of Dublin's leading governmental and ecclesiastical buildings.
Located in Wicklow, the famous Powerscourt Manor is surrounded by lush parkland where you can relax from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the coolness of the gardens. A multitude of green spaces, neat lawns and flowerbeds, ponds and fountains, bridges and statues located in the most unexpected places - all this strikes the city dweller with its splendor and tranquility. The atmosphere here is so peaceful.
In addition to the main building itself, there is a golf club, a luxurious hotel "Ritz Carlton". Tourists will be interested to see the Pepper Tower, which was built on the occasion of the visit of the Prince of Wales and is an exact copy of the pepper bowl from his service.
The sights of Ireland would not be complete without mentioning the incredible beauty of Cashel Castle, which was a royal residence in the past.
The first mentions of the castle date back to the IV century AD. At that time it was a fortification built on a height of sixty meters. The Munster kings lived there until 1101. Then the building was given to the church and became the residence of the archbishop.
The facade was decorated with arches, cornices and animal figures. Inside you can see wall paintings, which were discovered only in the 1980s of the last century. Cashel Castle is an amazing opportunity to touch history, architecture and culture of the past at the same time.
This is Dublin's central park, established back in 1664. St. Stephen's Green is known for its waterfowl pond, garden for the blind, alley of cafes and stores, lush flowerbeds and fountains. There is also a medical school in the park, and an old cemetery adjoins the park to the north.
This is the longest bicycle route in Ireland. It starts in the town of Westport and takes you through some very scenic parts of the country - past quaint villages, green hills and the rocky Atlantic coastline. Fascinating spirits and a lot of impressions will be the reward for lovers of outdoor activities.
Dan Leary Harbor, 10 km south of Dublin, is the place where Dubliners come to stretch their legs on a walk along the pier, listen to the sound of the waves, the creaking of the masts and the cries of the seagulls.
There are also several convenient bathing areas in the area and a beautiful beach nearby. Not only will you admire the sea views and harbor architecture, but you'll find interesting stories at every turn!
The Aran Islands are a secluded corner of old Ireland where travelers are looking for the most authentic experience possible: there isn't even electricity everywhere. You can only get here by ferry from Doolin or Rossaville.
The locals speak mostly Gaelic, farm and fish, knit with local wool and sail traditional currach boats. They also, of course, go to pubs, and every Aranese has a permanent seat that you won't be allowed to sit in.
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One of the most interesting and colorful towns in the west of Ireland, Galway is known as the capital of Irish music: street musicians constantly perform here and international festivals are often held. The main attractions are the 14th century St. Nicholas Church, the 15th century Lynch Castle, the 16th century Spanish Arch, the City Museum, the Irish Crystal Center and the modern Galway Cathedral.
And here you can also buy an authentic Irish souvenir - Claddagh ring, it was first started to be produced in the suburbs of Galway. The jewelry is made in the form of a pair of hands holding a heart topped with a crown.
This park can be reached from Galway by bus. The unique landscape, punctuated by hiking trails, includes much of the Beanna Beola Range. Tourists are particularly fond of the local endemic inhabitants, the Connemara ponies. They are the most dewy breed of pony - and one of the most people-oriented; they enjoy introducing themselves to park guests.
Adjacent to the park are two other locations not to be missed. Kylemore Abbey was founded in 1920 by Benedictine nuns from Belgium within the walls of the ancestral castle of the family of Mitchell Henry, a wealthy London physician. The abbey is surrounded by magnificent Victorian gardens. A little further afield is Ireland's only fjord, Killary, which we told you about above.
The county in the northwest of Ireland is a favorite destination for surfers: they come here even in winter (the water in the Atlantic Ocean is icy at any time of year - but a wetsuit saves the day).
There is also the magnificent table mountain Ben Balben, Glencarry Lake with waterfalls, the ancient burial ground of Crivick, the cliffs of Ogris and Loch Gill Lake.
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