Situated on a hill near Enniskerry in Co Wicklow, Powerscourt House has a fascinating history, as do the impressive gardens which surround it.
The city of Kilkenny takes its name from this Cathedral, which was built during the early 13th century on the site of an earlier monastic settlement.
The cluster of ancient structures around Bru na Boinne are designated as a World Heritage Site pre-date the pyramids and are extremely sophisticated …
Trinity is one of the oldest universities in the world and one of the most beautiful, with its imposing buildings and leafy grounds in the heart of …
Archaeological excavations in Mayo are uncovering new insights into life in Stone Age Ireland, and what they are finding is having an international impact.
Glendalough in Co Wicklow with its famous round tower was one of the most important Christian monastic settlements in Europe.
Skellig Micheal is a World heritage site, site of an ancient Christian monastery and an important wild bird sanctuary.
The Burren is a unique landscape, a vast limestone plateau stretching inland from the Cliffs of Moher, below which is a subterranean world of caves, …
Once a vast ecclesiastical city, the monastic settlements of Clonmacnoise were among the most important in Europe, and left us a rich heritage of …
Kilmainham Gaol (or Kilmainham Jail) has a central role in Irish political and social history and was the place of execution of leaders of many Irish rebellions.
This beautiful Palladian mansion is one of the finest historic houses in Ireland, and it's terrible to think how close it came to being lost.
A branch of the National Museum, which concentrates on clothing, tools, toys and other household items giving an insight into day to day living in …
A lush, green garden full of surprises, Garnish is on an Island in the Gulf Stream off the coast of Cork.
The Cliffs of Moher is one of the most visited places in Ireland, featuring on almost every tour itinerary.
The natural rock formations of the Giant's causeway, the result of volcanic activity millions of years ago, are among the most remarkable sights in …