Belfast – Northern Ireland Belfast stands at the head of Belfast Lough on the eastern coast of Northern Ireland and developed as an important industrial and maritime center during the 19th century. The city grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution, becoming famous for shipbuilding, linen production, and engineering. One of the most notable achievements […]
Dublin – Ireland Dublin, the capital of Ireland, lies at the mouth of the River Liffey where it flows into Dublin Bay along the Irish Sea. The city began as a Viking settlement during the early medieval period before developing into the political and cultural center of Ireland. Historic landmarks such as Dublin Castle, Trinity […]
Kilkenny – Ireland The city of Kilkenny lies along the banks of the River Nore in southeastern Ireland and is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the country. Founded during the early medieval period, the city later flourished under Norman rule. At the heart of Kilkenny stands the impressive Kilkenny Castle, originally constructed in […]
Cork – Ireland Cork, Ireland’s second-largest city, lies along the River Lee in the southern part of the country near the Atlantic coast. The city developed as an important port and trading center during the medieval period and later became a major hub for commerce in southern Ireland. Much of the historic city center sits […]
Bunratty Castle – County Clare, Ireland Bunratty Castle stands along the banks of the Ratty River near the Shannon Estuary in County Clare. Built in the 15th century, the castle is one of the most complete and well-preserved medieval fortresses in Ireland. The structure consists of a tall stone tower house surrounded by defensive walls […]
At the end of our Carpathian Mountains of Eastern Europe Trip, we were lucky to visit with long-time friends Mark and Tom in London. Apart from some fun times catching up, we visited the Tate Modern for views from the tower, had fish & chips in an old pub, slid down the gigantic new slide […]