Roundtowers are a distinct architectural feature of Ireland, and their origins and purpose have fascinated scholars and historians for centuries.… Read More
Croagh Patrick is a mountain in county Mayo also known as The Reek or Patrick's sacred mountain. Each year thousands… Read More
Sheelah’s Day falls on March 18, the day after St Patrick’s Day, once recognized all over Ireland as part of… Read More
When St Patrick arrived in Ireland it was a time before written records. Many stories of St Patrick were passed… Read More
An Irish traditional wedding is a beautiful ceremony to see or take part in. From the stunning attire of both… Read More
Irish Christmas traditions usually begin on the first or second weekend of December. This is when many families starting their… Read More
Easter is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated around the world. In Ireland, it is a time of… Read More
If there is any tradition in Ireland that is common among Irish families it would be that of a burial… Read More
Doon mass rock is where secret mass was held during the penal years (1695 – 1741). During this time Irish… Read More
The feast of Saint Odran is celebrated on February 19. He was a disciple of St Patrick and his chariot driver.… Read More
Donegal Friary is in Donegal town, on the water's edge at the entrance of the harbor. The O’Donnell clan built… Read More
Just outside Falcarragh village in the parish of Raymunterdoney, Donegal, the ruins of Ray church can be found. Located beside… Read More
Cooley monastery is located in a small field outside of Moville town in County Donegal. Its a site of important… Read More
St Columba also is known as Colmcille was born on the 7th December 521 in Gartan, Ulster (in today's County… Read More
St Brigid of Ireland, also known as St Brigid of Kildare, was born on 453 AD and died aged 70. … Read More
St Patrick is a Patron Saint of Ireland. His feast day is celebrated on March 17th, his traditional date of… Read More
The Early Christian period in Irish history was between 400AD – 800AD. The first Christians to arrive in Ireland most… Read More
