In the northern section of County Tipperary there is beautiful area that goes on for miles. This area is know as Lough Derg. There were many places to pull over and take landscape photos. Our favorite was waiting in line for a one-lane bridge in Killaloe. What a clear day ... after weeks of below… Continue reading Lough Derg, County Tipperary
Category: Ireland June 2012
Lahinch, County Clare
Lahinch (sometimes referred to as Lehinch) is located on the west coast of Ireland in County Clare. It was quite unexpected. After driving through the green rolling hills of County Tipperary, we ended up at a 'beach' town.' We didn't see that one coming. Needless to say, we were a bit stunned. The town was… Continue reading Lahinch, County Clare
Winander House Quilt Shop, Limerick, County Limerick
Our goal for the day was Cork. Halfway there, a deluge of rain began. While we were happy to walk in the rain, we didn't want to wander in a 'gusher.' The question ... what can we do inside? Hmmm ... a quilt shop? The only thing that I researched prior to the trip was… Continue reading Winander House Quilt Shop, Limerick, County Limerick
Irish National Heritage Park, County Wexford
The Irish National Heritage Center is located just outside Wexford. If you want a good history lesson on the Ireland, especially ancient to medieval times, this is for you. Set on numerous acres, you may walk through with a self guided tour or go with the tour guide. Plan on a couple of hours for… Continue reading Irish National Heritage Park, County Wexford
The Dunbrody, New Ross, County Wexford
If you want to better understand the sheer determination of an Irish emigrant, I would suggest a stop to see the Dunbrody. It will give you an opportunity to stand below deck of a ship that transported many of our Irish ancestors to North America. The Dunbrody is located in New Ross, Ireland, and is… Continue reading The Dunbrody, New Ross, County Wexford
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