Sligo Abbey - Artistic Shot

The Emerald Isle - What a Gem

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August 25th 2011
A fella told me recently that, when you remember things about a holiday, it's the hospitality of the people that make more of an impression on you than beautiful scenery. Whether you agree with this sentiment or not doesn't matter in Ireland, because the visitor is blessed with an abundance of both. We have only had 6 days here and have concentrated on the west coast. The scenery around ... read more

Europe » Ireland

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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