Exploring the Enigmatic Roundtowers of Ireland
Roundtowers are a distinct architectural feature of Ireland, and their origins and purpose have fascinated scholars and historians for centuries. These tall, cylindrical structures are…
Roundtowers are a distinct architectural feature of Ireland, and their origins and purpose have fascinated scholars and historians for centuries. These tall, cylindrical structures are…
Croagh Patrick is a mountain in county Mayo also known as The Reek or Patrick’s sacred mountain. Each year thousands of people climb Croagh Patrick…
Sheelah’s Day falls on March 18, the day after St Patrick’s Day, once recognized all over Ireland as part of the old Irish calendar. The…
When St Patrick arrived in Ireland it was a time before written records. Many stories of St Patrick were passed by word of mouth and…
The Wexford Carol is one of Ireland’s oldest Christmas Carols and is one of the oldest surviving Carols in the European tradition. Dating back to…
An Irish traditional wedding is a beautiful ceremony to see or take part in. From the stunning attire of both the bride and groom. The…
Irish Christmas traditions usually begin on the first or second weekend of December. This is when many families starting their preparation for the Christmas festivities….
Easter is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated around the world. In Ireland, it is a time of great significance and has been…
If there is any tradition in Ireland that is common among Irish families it would be that of a burial of a loved one. Although…
Doon mass rock is where secret mass was held during the penal years (1695 – 1741). During this time Irish Catholics were not allowed to…
The feast of Saint Odran is celebrated on February 19. He was a disciple of St Patrick and his chariot driver. St Odran was the first Christian…
Donegal Friary is in Donegal town, on the water’s edge at the entrance of the harbor. The O’Donnell clan built the Friary in 1474 with…
Just outside Falcarragh village in the parish of Raymunterdoney, Donegal, the ruins of Ray church can be found. Located beside the River Ray the ruins…
Cooley monastery is located in a small field outside of Moville town in County Donegal. Its a site of important historical significance and what looks…
St Columba also is known as Colmcille was born on the 7th December 521 in Gartan, Ulster (in today’s County Donegal). His father, Phelim McFergus, was…
St Brigid of Ireland, also known as St Brigid of Kildare, was born on 453 AD and died aged 70. St Brigid’s feast day is…
St Patrick is a Patron Saint of Ireland. His feast day is celebrated on March 17th, his traditional date of death. Even though St Patrick…
The Early Christian period in Irish history was between 400AD – 800AD. The first Christians to arrive in Ireland most likely traveled from Britain and…