The Lilting DruidsAncient Ireland, Scotland and England had a fantastic folk religion that has been classed as Celtic. The way into understanding these religions is through the Druids.
Ancient Ireland: Ogham StonesThe earliest form of Irish writing is a system known as the Ogham (also spelled “Ogam”) Script. This first appeared about the 4th century C.E. and may be indigenous to Ireland. The Ogham ...
Doagh Holestone, Country Antrim, Northern IrelandOn a hilltop about a mile from Doagh is a Bronze Age whinstone megalith known as The Holestone. Couples used to promise marriage by clasping hands through the hole in the stone, a convention that can...
The Most Scenic Places in Ireland You Must VisitThe basalt columns of the Giant's Causeway in Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland just calls out to be explored. Ireland is famed for its pristine beautiful landscape. Green hills nourished from our ‘soft Irish weather’, ancient ruins telling of tales from a bygone era, the powerful Atlantic carving an already rugged shore line.Here are some of the scenic places to visit in Ireland.
Uragh Stone Circle, County Kerry, IrelandUragh Stone Circle, County Kerry, IrelandUragh Stone Circle is a neolithic stone circle near Gleninchaquin Park. Situated near Lough Inchiquin, it consists of five megaliths. The largest stone is ten...
Ireland Castle Crawl GuideIreland Castle Crawl: the ultimate road trip around Ireland’s Ancient East including: 🏰 Castles + ⛲️Gardens 🏩 Where to stay 🍽️ Where to eat 🚙 Road trip directions 🅿️ Parking Details 🎟️ How to get tickets AND 🗺️ A map of all of the locations listed
Tracing Roots: Ireland's Heritage JourneyExplore your roots in Ireland! Discover ancient castles, enjoy cozy pubs, and attend family reunions amid rolling green hills and misty countryside views.
Researching Rathcroghan, the Tara of the westArchaeological technology is uncovering new information about one of Ireland’s most significant but least appreciated sites, in Co Roscommon
DNA shows Irish people have more complex origins than previously thoughtThe blood in Irish veins is Celtic, right? Well, not exactly. Although the history many Irish people were taught at school is the history of the Irish as a Celtic race, the truth is much more complicated, and much more interesting than that ......
Glendalough is one of Dublin's best day trips you need to do — Neil Arthurs - All The Ways You WanderIreland is the land of Saints and Scholars and nowhere else captures this image quite as profoundly as the monastic settlement nestled in the valley of the two lakes, Glendalough. It is one of the best day trips you can do from Dublin. With history, hiking and astounding beauty, it will give you a taste of what the rest of Ireland has to offer | Blog by all the ways you wander | we travel to inspire | #traveltips #ireland #hiking #waterfall #landscape #nature #beautiful #ancient #lake…
Ancient Irish fort featured on 140AD Ptolemy map of IrelandHere's what you need to know about the Grianan of Aileach, the impressive 'Sun Temple' of Donegal.
Best Hiking Trails Near MeIreland's Ancient East on Instagram: “Whatever the weather, the famous Ballinastoe Trail, buried deep in the Wicklow Mountains is the perfect spot for a Sunday stroll in…”
Celtic Christian stone carving Donegal Irish cross | David Lyons PhotographyCeltic Christian stone carving in the valley of Glencolumbkille, Donegal, Ireland. One of the pilgrimage circuit stations.
A Gallery of Artifacts of Ancient IrelandHumans arrived in the region now known as Ireland c. 7000-6500 BCE at modern-day Coleraine in the north, establishing communities and gradually moving southwards. Hunter-gatherers eventually adopted...