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…
The Celtic festival of Lughnasadh (from the old Gaelic Lugh the pagan God and nasad meaning assembly), Lughnasa or in old English, Lammas ( meaning…
Lá Bealtaine is the festival marking the beginning of summer and celebrated along with three other seasons – Imbolc (beginning of spring) and Lughnasadh (beginning…
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…
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…
The Leprechaun is one of Ireland’s more famous characters from Irish folklore. They have become renowned all over the world. The mischievous Irish Leprechaun has…
Hurling is a traditional Irish sport that is the oldest and fastest field game in the world. With a long history dating back over 3000…
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…
St Patrick’s day is celebrated on March 17, the date of his death. Celebrated by millions all over the world it has become one of…
The meaning of Pooka, pronounced poo-ka, is from the old Irish word ‘púca’, which means ‘goblin’. There are many variations of the spelling Pooka including…
Every culture on earth has its myths and folklore. They are not only the vehicle by which a culture can explain its origins, but myths are also…
The GUI (Golfing Union of Ireland) was established in 1891, making Ireland the first country in the world to set up a Golfing Union. Today,…
Grianán of Aileach is a stone ringfort located in County Donegal. Measuring 23 meters in diameter its walls are 3.9meters thick and 5 meters high,…
Poitín, Poteen, Mountain Dew, Mountain Tea, these are just some of the names given to this drink that was commonly distilled illegally. Brewed in the mountains…
Almost in any country, you’ll find an Irish pub where you can order an Irish drink, eat some Irish cuisines, and listen to Irish music…
Many people like to think of Irish people as the drunken Irish and have a stereotypical view that we simply drink a lot. There are…
We know very little about the origins of Irish dancing or when it first arrived in Ireland but we do know it has been here…