Ireland was once called “The Land of Saints and Scholars,” referring to a time when Irish monks strove to return Christianity to Western Europe. Many of the monastic ruins in Ireland still stand in salute to that time. For a unique look into history or a place to recharge your faith, B&B Ireland has created a list of the top five sacred sites in the country. From Lough Derg to North County Sligo to County Mayo and County Meath, there are ancient, religious transcripts, wildlife reserves and holy hills named after saints. To narrow down your list, visit the site below.
