Dunamase Castle, built on a high limestone outcrop overlooking a flat plain, has been a ruin for almost 700 years, but is still worth seeing.
The Vikings held sway in Ireland from 795 AD until defeated by Brian Boru at the battle of Clontarf in 1014.
In 1170 Ireland was again invaded, by the Normans, led by Strongbow, beginning a period of almost 800 years of occupation.
Among the surnames found in Ireland which date to the time of Norse or Viking invasions are fairly rare ones like Dromgoole and Trant, but also …
There is so much to see in Ireland's capital, but we've distilled it down to a few essentials for those who can only visit for a short time.
While many cave systems open to visitors in Ireland were discovered relatively recently, this one has been known about since at least the 9th century, …
More of an adventurous day out than a visit to a museum, St Patrick's Trian is a hot favourite with kids.