The amazing Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

Onto A Higher Ledge: The Cliffs of Moher

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November 6th 2013
I had been fantasizing about this moment, seeing The Cliffs of Moher with my husband for many weeks, but now that we were finally here I almost didn’t care. Time collapsed minute-by-minute as we trekked. I understood on some dim detached level that the earth beneath my feet was a spectacular sight, but I struggled to focus as I squeezed through the traffic jam of tourists. They had gathered to ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Clare » Cliffs of Moher

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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