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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History and Entertainment
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
Clonmacnoise Tower
From the series “Falling towers and buildings”
Only the tower managed to be perfectly preserved despite the huge tilt. Specific rehabilitation works and reconstruction was not carried out in it. The exact purpose of the Clonmacnoise tower is unknown. According to some assumptions, it served as a kind of bell tower. People were … Read all
Lismore Castle
From the series “Ireland's Greatest Castles”
The castle itself is closed to the public. Therefore, tourists are limited only to viewing its adjacent territory as part of the tour. The wonderful garden has been maintained in perfect condition for many years. Some of its alleys are historical. They were founded … Read all
Slane Castle
From the series “Ireland's Greatest Castles”
Musical events of various specifics are held on the territory of the castle. Classical music artists often perform here. Madonna visited the castle not so long ago. The first rock concert was held in the castle in 1981. The owner of the castle - Henry Cunningham turned it into a cultural center of world significance. Many world-class stars have performed at the castle … Read all

Expo 2020 in Dubai Was Visited by More Than 7 Million Visitors
If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.

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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
