Ireland sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
Because of wonderful nature, Ireland is often called “the Green land”. Rocky coastline, calm ocean with deep blue water, green valleys and hills – this is a short description of one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. The best way to start your exploration of the country is to visit its capital, Dublin.
These spots really worth the attention of a real traveler-researcher.
…
Read further
Read further
Monuments and architectural objects, notable for the history and culture of the country.
…
Read further
Read further
Bunratty is the youngest, but no less popular castle in Ireland. It was built just a couple of centuries ago, but was made in elegant style of early medieval. One of the castle’s halls is used for theatre performances. Various banquets and entertaining performances are also not rare in the castle. Castlerock is one more interesting historic place. Long time ago there was a castle on the rock. That castle was used for crowning ceremonies, most important meetings and events. In the beginning of the 17th century the castle was destroyed by a fire and now only ruins remind of the beautiful building.
The cuisine of Ireland can’t be called sophisticated and refined. Local chefs pay the most attention to the satiety of dishes. Meat and seafood …
Read further
Read further
This article about iconic landmarks and sights of Ireland is protected by the copyright law. You can re-use the content, but only under the condition of placement of an active link to www.orangesmile.com.
Fantastic City Tours and Excursions in Ireland
Reference information
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Ireland
♥ Restaurant 'Bijou' Rathgar. Type - Modern British. On the map
Photos
♥ Restaurant 'Bistro One' Dublin. Type - Traditional cuisine. On the map
Photos
♥ Restaurant 'Blairscove House' Durrus. Type - Modern cuisine. On the map
Photos
♥ Restaurant 'Blue Apron' Tullamore. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map
Photos
♥ Restaurant 'Boathouse Bistro' Kenmare. Type - Seafood. On the map
Photos
Map of all castles
Castles of Ireland
♥ Castle 'Athlone Castle' . On the map
Photos
♥ Castle 'Aughnanure Castle' . On the map
Photos
♥ Castle 'Bailieborough Castle' . On the map
Photos
♥ Castle 'Ballaghmore Castle' . On the map
Photos
♥ Castle 'Ballinacarriga Castle' . On the map
Photos
Famous and uniques places in Ireland from our review series
Blasket Islands
From the series “Abandoned places of the Earth with distinct marks of civilization”
In Ireland, there is the empty Blasket archipelago, which flourished until the middle of the last century. Today, you can only see dilapidated houses and occasional herds of grazing animals. The history of the archipelago is very interesting. The first mention of it dates back to 5-6 AD. The discoverer of the islands was the world famous seafarer Saint Brendan Klonfertsky, who first set his foot on the picturesque island. Already in the 13th century, the fortress was built on the largest island of the archipelago. After that, settlements gradually appeared. The locals has long been prizing an island because of the fertile soil that is ideal for agriculture, as well as extensive meadows that are perfect for grazing livestock. Many locals were engaged in fishing. During its heyday, the … Read all
Inch Beach
From the series “Most fabulous and magic beaches”
The United Kingdom is famous for exotic beaches. There, on the coast of Ireland, you can see unusual places with dark volcanic sand. One of the most amazing coast parts is Inch beach located near the Dingle Peninsula. This wide sandy beach features lots of secluded coves. The place is framed with incredibly spectacular mountain scenery. The sand of dark shade is considered one of the main features of the beach. Under the influence of waves and wind, the sand shows up in the most incredible patterns. Many experienced photographers treat Inch beach as a perfect place for panoramic photography, because it’s very close to the sea, spectacular mountains, and some of the most extensive pastures in the UK. Inch beach attracts fans of walking through historical places. There are several … Read all
Guinness Storehouse
From the series “Strange, weird and unusual museums amusing its visitors”
Located in Dublin, the Guinness Storehouse (Museum of Beer Guinness) serves as a tourist center for beer lovers for almost ten years. The museum was opened in 2006. The exposition of the original museum is presented on three floors of the large building. On the last floor is the extensive collection of old beer bottles and cans, as well as the advertising leaflet and the posters, with the help of which one can learn the history of beer brewing. In the spacious rooms of the first floor there is a kind of old beer brewery. Here are the old breweries. This hall will be appreciated by those who like to look at the exhibits closely during the excursion and touch them with their hands. You can switch the levers on the old systems and press the strange buttons.
On the ground floor of the … Read all
Country maps
Car rental on OrangeSmile.com
Sightseeing in popular cities of Ireland
Dublin
One of the oldest buildings in the city is the “Christ Church Cathedral”. It was built in the 11th century. Over hundreds of years of its existence, the facade of this historic building remained virtually unchanged, while its interior decoration was completely renovated during the last restoration in the 19th century. One of the main secrets of this picturesque cathedral is a cozy patio, decorated in a Victorian style. There are many interesting museums in Dublin. One of the most … Read more 
Galway
Since that time, the rule of the de Burgh dynasty that has eventually accepted the Irish culture was established in Galway. The city developed primarily as a trade center. During the Middle Ages, the city's administration was occupied by local merchants' dynasties. Galway's official status was received in 1484, when it maintained close economic ties with England, while relations with Ireland were more than restrained. The situation changed only at the end of the 17th century when Galway was … Read more
Killarney
A very interesting historical symbol of Killarney is the Manor House. It was built in the 19th century for the wealthy Herbert family. There is a farmstead in the nearby neighborhood of Killarney. The luxurious building in Victorian style is impressive in scale; it has 45 rooms. Today, almost all of them are available for tourists to visit. In the manor there is a rich collection of antique furniture, art objects and personal belongings of former owners. Nearby is another interesting … Read more
Waterford
Reginald Tower is the main attraction and the symbol of Waterford. The construction of the tower took place during the reign of the Norman Empire. Nowadays the monument reminds of the greatness and power of the town. Its observation platforms feature stunning panoramic views of the town and its suburbs. Mall City Hall Boulevard is the location of one of the most beautiful buildings in the town. This is a magnificent palace, which construction took place in the Georgian times. The main hall of … Read more
