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Featured Articles:
Getting Around Galway
Take a tour of medieval Galway. Visit St. Nicholas' Church, Lynch Gate, Eyre Square, historic Claddagh, and the lovely Tudor-styled University College, Galway. Afterward, check out some of the country's best shopping. Books, jewelry, crafts, musical instruments, and fine clothing abound in this quaint, vibrant city by the Corrib.
The Vikings in Ireland
For two hundred years Ireland endured a turbulent time with almost constant raids by Norsemen, both Norwegians and Danes. One group became merchants and traders, eventually assimilating with the native Irish. Read about this fascinating part of Irish history.
The Old Military Road
County Wicklow's Old Military Road is a relic from the ill-fated Rebellion of 1798. Built by the British to keep rebels from fleeing into the mountains and safety, the old road stretches over moor, meadow, and bog, one of Ireland's loveliest ... and loneliest.
Castles of Ireland, Part 1
Discover the past glory of Bunratty, Birr, Malahide, Kilkenny, and Cahir castles in part one of a virtual tour.
Kilkenny: Ireland's Medieval City
Kilkenny has many fine buildings to visit, both medieval and modern. Discover them on this walking tour.
A Beara Journey: Quaint Villages, Gorgeous Scenery
Cork's most westerly peninsula stretches between Bantry Bay and the Kenmare Estuary and offers visitors some of Ireland's most scenic views.
A Blackwater Ramble
Your Guide explores Munster's Blackwater Valley
From Here to Clare
Clare's less trafficked sights are a traveler's dream.
The Mummies of St. Michan's
In dusty vaults under this Dublin church are preserved the remains of several mummies. They're a visitor attraction, but not for the faint-hearted.
Ireland's Holy Wells
Ancient culture mingles with Christianity. Ireland's holy wells long predate the coming of the Christians.
The Magic of Mayo
Discover the West of Ireland: Mayo, a county on the move!
Not Just Another Cheese: Irish Farmhouse Cheese
Have you ever wondered how cheese is made? Visit a County Waterford dairy and see how it's done. Discover the delicious difference in Irish Farmhouse cheeses.
Connemara: Splendid Isolation
Explore rock-strewn moors, the indented coastline, the Twelve Bens, and serene Clifden in Connemara, a mecca for the unhurried traveler.
Inishowen: Ireland's Secret
Guest columnist Jim Kennedy cycles Donegal's Inishowen Peninsula.
Traveler's Tool Kit:
Ireland Travel Planner - 100+ Pages
A collection of travel articles and Web links to facilitate your travel planning.
Photo Galleries - 200+ Pictures
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Maps
See where you're headed with a collection of maps and map links for Ireland.
Tourist Office Directory
Use these addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail links to request free literature from Ireland's Bord Failte and other tourist organizations.
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