Ireland sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

Two languages have been officially approved in Ireland: English and Gaelic. The second language is often referred to as Celtic. It is in its …
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The economy of the Republic of Ireland over the past twenty years is gradually gaining momentum. The economic system largely depends on trade. Several …
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As the archeological researches have shown, the first settlements on the territory of modern Ireland appeared in the 9th century BC. The researches consider modern Irishmen as descendants of the Mediterranean migrants. They arrived here over one and a half thousand years ago. Farmers were attracted by great areas of fertile lands. The first written references to large settlements here date back to the 4th century BC. Unlike many other modern European countries, Ireland has never been a part of the Roman Empire but is often mentioned in chronicles of the Roman historians.
Monuments and architectural objects, notable for the history and culture of the country.
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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 …
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Michelin-starred restaurants in Ireland
♥ Restaurant 'Bijou' Rathgar. Type - Modern British. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Bistro One' Dublin. Type - Traditional cuisine. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Blairscove House' Durrus. Type - Modern cuisine. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Blue Apron' Tullamore. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Boathouse Bistro' Kenmare. Type - Seafood. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Bijou' Rathgar. Type - Modern British. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Bistro One' Dublin. Type - Traditional cuisine. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Blairscove House' Durrus. Type - Modern cuisine. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Blue Apron' Tullamore. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map


♥ Restaurant 'Boathouse Bistro' Kenmare. Type - Seafood. On the map


Castles of Ireland
♥ Castle 'Athlone Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Aughnanure Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bailieborough Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Ballaghmore Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Ballinacarriga Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Athlone Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Aughnanure Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Bailieborough Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Ballaghmore Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Ballinacarriga Castle' . On the map


Famous and uniques places in Ireland from our review series
Plassy Wrecks
From the series “The Surviving Remains of Shipwrecks You Can Observe Yourself”
Note that, the present place of the ship is not a place of its wrecking. There it appeared thanks to another strong storm. Originally, the ship was hurled against the Phoenix rocks. At the time of the shipwreck nobody from the crew was damaged.
The crew was saved by the locals, thanks to them the sailors stayed alive. They rushed to save them from the drowning ship. Nobody from the crew was ready for such extreme … Read all
Fulachtai Fia
From the series “15 Historical Monuments, with Riddles not yet Solved”
Near every mound there is a water source. According to this, the researchers claim that these places were used for underground water abstraction. Even more, there are about 10 more theories that describe the Fulachtai Fia usage. Unfortunately, no one hasn't been proved. A great number of archaeological places are open for tourists. The researchers made up a full map of Great Britain, where you … Read all
Newgrange
From the series “15 Historical Monuments, with Riddles not yet Solved”
The mysterious mound was found in 1699 but still we don’t know about its proper meaning. For many years there had been holding the continuous researching. Even they didn’t clarify the story how the mound has appeared. In the middle of the 20th century, the historical monument was fully renovated. … Read all

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The idea of “The Great Relocate” came up to Hyatt as a result of limitations caused by the pandemic. COVID-19 has greatly speeded up the “work from anywhere” trend. Instead of being locked at home, modern employees now can enjoy a dinner in a rooftop bar with panoramic views and swimming pool sessions after an important meeting. Being not tied to one place is a luxury of modern time and an opportunity to make one’s life even more interesting and exciting. The “digital nomads” can stay at a hotel alone or bring their family and even pets to stay at a Hyatt hotel. The promotion is valid until 31 December 2021.

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Sightseeing in popular cities of Ireland
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

First mentions of Cork date back to the VI-VII centuries. Saint Finbarr established the first monastery in the area, founding the first settlement. When Cork was finally free from the continuous attacks of Normans, the settlement became the center of the South Munster Kingdom. However, Ireland didn’t rule the settlement for a long time. The English crown set up its authority in the region in 1185. The countries fought for this region many times since then. The 18th century marked the start … Read more

Travelers are recommended to visit Ashford Castle that is present in the list of the most famous castles in Ireland. First mentions of the fabulous castle date back to 1228. During its centuries-long history, the castle changed several owners. At the beginning of the 20th century, the unique castle changed its owner once again. Noel Huggard purchased it and decided to open a posh hotel there. The hotel greeted its first guests in 1910 and keeps working until our days. Ashford Castle is the … Read more

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

According to a local legend, the name of the city derived from Cill Chainnigh that meant “Chainnigh’s Church”. In the 6th century, a monk settled in this territory. He decided to build an abbey here. When the building was ready, people started settling near it. This is how a new settlement named Kilkenny appeared. During the period of Norman invasions, the settlement was divided into two parts – an English and Irish one. The two parts were merged only in the 40s of the 19th century. At … Read more

Lismore Castle is a beautiful sample of Gothic architecture, built in 1185 on orders from King John. In the middle of the 18th century, the Duke of Devonshire was the owner of the old fortress. During this period its first major reconstruction took place. Currently, the old castle covers an area of about 60000 sq. m. Almost all rooms are open for tourists. The castle is surrounded by a lush garden, so warm season is the best time to visit it. The Medieval Museum is considered one of the most … Read more

The history of the town started in the 6th century when a monastery was built here. Saint Comgall, who was born in Antrim and was serving as a soldier, was the founder of the monastery. When he decided to start his monastic life, the saint built the first settlement in the territory of modern Bangor. The town quickly became an important place for the whole country as a center of education. In the 8th and 9th centuries, Viking raids became frequent in the region. Despite this fact, many … Read more
