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Irish Christmas decorations are similar to those in the USA, but not exactly the same. While some enjoy the lights around the window, most houses seem to prefer a few larger light-up decorations. Signs pleading ‘Santa please stop here!’ and images of the jolly man himself are always popular, but one image stands out for […]
It occurred to me, since I live in the U.S., to wonder what traditions occur in Ireland, if any, in conjunction with our big holidays. This week is our Thanksgiving which is a big holiday in the U.S., then we follow that with the notorious day known as Black Friday. Even though, this too is […]
Built in the 12th century, Leixlip Castle is one of the oldest continually inhabited buildings in all of Ireland. It was settled after the Norman invasion and went through a period of many different owners. Currently, the owners of Lexilip are Desmond and Mariga Guinness. Mairga is the daughter of a German prince and Desmond […]
Across Ireland, towns and villages are starting to get into gear for Christmas. Streets are being festooned with garlands of lights, but of course it is too soon to turn them on. Christmas puddings are mostly made by now and waiting for the big day. Christmas craft market organizers are frantically doing their last minute […]
The Castletown House, located in Cellbridge is referred to as the greatest representation of Palladian architecture in all of Ireland. This house was built in 1722 and today sits only twenty miles from Dublin. Castletown would be the perfect reflection of the man for whom it was built. The home was built for William Connoly […]
If you are looking for a classic castle situated near Dublin where you can stay for a night or two and even participate in unique activities, the Barberstown Castle may be the place for you. Today this ancient castle that was built in the 13th century is now a four star hotel. However, how it got […]
If ever in Ireland and if visiting around the time of Halloween, it would make sense to look up historically haunted places to visit. Ireland has quite an index of paranormal and ghostly sightings for those who are interested in visiting these establishments. A country as rich in history as Ireland is sure to have […]
Ireland has a unique way of doing most things. There’s something distinct about everything from our beer to our ancient ruins to our sense of humor. Even the spooky spirits we might encounter on Samhain/ Halloween are distinctly Irish. Many people around the world with Irish heritage have researched their family roots, but what about […]
There are many omens that depict death in different cultures depending on where you live. In Ireland, there is a mythological spirit known as that banshee that has long been known as a symbol for death. The story of the banshee is actually quite sad. She is said to have been a young woman who […]
Ireland has quite a selection of haunted places to visit. One such remarkable place is Kilmaunham Gaol which was a former prison and has now been restored to a museum. There have been so many important people that walked the halls of this prison during it’s functioning years due to the fight for Irish independence […]
