Visit Ireland’s
Oldest Operational Lighthouse
Ireland’s oldest
operational lighthouse, and actually one of the world’s oldest lighthouses full
stop, Hook, is well worth a visit, and can be found in picturesque Wexford. The
existing lighthouse tower dates all the way back to the 12th century, and some
kind of beacon has existed on the site since the 5th century. Take the guided
tour, and you’ll have the chance to get to grips with history in action.
Discover Ireland’s
Past at Bunratty Castle
Bunratty Castle
is one of the most complete and authentic medieval fortresses that can be found
in Ireland. Built in 1425, this fortress still contains art, furnishings, and
tapestries from that period, and it’s a must visit for all history buffs on a
trip to the Emerald Isle. The castle also regularly serves up medieval banquets
in the evening time, and so it’s a wonderful place to have a unique experience
while listening to harp music and sipping on mead.
See the Largest
Stalactite in the Northern Hemisphere
As you descend
into Doolin Cave, you will leave the contemporary world as you know it behind
you, and have the opportunity to explore a world from 350 million years ago. In
fact, because this cave contains the largest hanging stalactite in the whole of
the northern hemisphere, it’s one of the most exciting cave experiences
anywhere. The stalactite is an impressive 7.3 metres in length, and it weighs
more than ten tonnes. Below the stalactite, there is a glimmering pond where
you can see its reflection.
Discover Ancient
Treasures at the Hunt Museum
If you find
yourself in Limerick on a rainy day and you aren’t sure what to do, a trip to
the Hunt Museum is bound to be rewarding. This museum is the home of the personal
collection of the Hunt Family, and we particularly like it because there is so
much diversity within the collection that there is bound to be something that
grabs your attention. In the collection of around 2500 pieces, you will find
paintings by Picasso, artefacts from Stone Age Ireland, and even dresses by
Irish designers.
Watch a Spinning Demo at the Sheep & Wool Centre
As you meander around Ireland’s countryside, you will soon notice that
there are many sheep who live on this land, and this means that there’s a huge
wool and textile industry in the country. If you’d really like to get to grips
with this, the Sheep & Wool Centre in Connemara is the place to be. At this
museum, you can follow the process from shearing to yarn, and you can even see
live demonstrations of sheep being sheared, and yarn being spun.
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