One of the most visited tourist destinations and probably the one that is most know in America. Blarney Castle is intimately tied in to Irish history of the last 1000 years. It is mostly know for the “Blarney Stone” which is built in to its wall of its leading turret. The photograph of the person [...]
Ireland has had a long and troubled history. One still visible effect of that is the no. of Castles in Ireland, especially ruined ones. All of them share a certain beauty, oft set in stunning locations. Here are my favourite Irish Castles. Some of theses Castles are Hotels, tourist attractions and indeed private homes. Ross [...]
Ashford Castle in the West of Ireland has had quiet a distinguished history in the 900 years since it was built by the DeBurgo family. The castle has been transformed from a defensive Irish Castle, next a Chateau style building and now in its latest re-incarnation – a Victorian Gothic Castle. At the moment Asford Castle [...]
The boutique 4 * Castle Hotel in Macroom, Co. Cork has gone to the dogs, offering the “Castle Hotel Dogs” package for travellers and their canine friends, taking the term “pet friendly” hotels to a whole new level. The team at The Castle will ensure that your pet’s needs are catered for in every way.For an extra €20 [...]
While Ireland is associated with some very famous castles, Blarney Castle specifically. It is not as well known as England or Wales or Germany for its fortified structures. This is a result of out troubled history, with most castles and fortified homes being destroyed in the 1600′s during the final conquest of Ireland. Thankfully some [...]
