Category: Irish Destinations
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Irish Architecture: Exploring Ireland’s Styles, History & Hidden Gems
Ireland’s rich architectural heritage is like a timeline you can walk through, from prehistoric tombs older than the pyramids to grand Georgian boulevards and cozy thatched cottages. Whether you’re a general traveler or an architecture enthusiast, the Emerald Isle offers a fascinating journey through time in its buildings and ruins. Let’s dive into Ireland’s architecture,…
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St. Brigid’s Day in Ireland: Welcoming the First Day of Spring
Every year on February 1st, Ireland celebrates St. Brigid’s Day (Lá Fhéile Bríde). An ancient tradition marking the first day of spring. This holiday, rooted in Celtic history and Christian legend, has recently become a new public holiday in Ireland, offering a fresh opportunity for locals and visitors alike to experience Irish culture in bloom.…
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Romantic Weekend in Dublin: St Valentine’s Inspiration in the City and Beyond
Dublin claims a unique love story: the relics of St. Valentine himself reside here. In 1836 a Carmelite priest returned from Rome with a small reliquary gifted by Pope Gregory XVI, containing some of St. Valentine’s bones and even a blood relic. Those sacred remains were placed in a shrine at Whitefriar Street Carmelite Church…