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Ireland 2008

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July 29th 2008
Today we took a bus tour West of Limerick to Bunratty Castle and then on to The Cliffs of Moher. The Castle was built in 1425. It was restored in the 50's and 60's and contains many period tapestries and furniture. Some of the tables and chairs are 600-800 years old. The Cliffs of Moher are easily one of the most impressive natural sights that I have ever seen. The pictures don't really ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Limerick » Limerick

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Celtic tribes arrived on the island between 600-150 B.C. Invasions by Norsemen that began in the late 8th century were finally ended when King Brian BORU defeated the Danes in 1014. English invasions began in the 12th century and set off more than se... ... read more