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Blarney Castle

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March 21st 2008
Today was the big one for us; Blarney Castle! And it was not a disappointment. On the way out of town, we hit some rain and thought it might be another rainy, windy day. But, luckily, it cleared up as we got outside the city and the drive turned out to be incredible. The Irish country side never disappoints. Passed through several small towns which each had it's own magnificent cathedrals, no matt ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Cork

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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