County Cork: Birthplace of Cillian Murphy
County Cork occupies a special place in the Irish heart. Known jokingly as a People’s Republic of Cork because of the fiercely distinct identity and
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Dublin’s Romantic Heart
If you have romantic Irish gifts on your mind, you might enjoy learning a bit about Ireland’s connection to the patron saint of romance and
The Doors & Doorknockers of Dublin
Dublin’s Georgian architecture gives the city its character. From the manicured layout of St Stephen’s Green and Merrion Square to the elegant brick homes with
Ireland’s Hidden Heartland and Home of Irish Music
County Westmeath normally keeps a pretty low profile. A few tourists do manage to discover this gem in the middle of Ireland, but most stick
Fantastic County Fermanagh
Long before Belleek Pottery and their gorgeous legacy of Irish gifts ever existed, this corner of Ulster was well-known for its amazing scenery and compelling
The Glories of Galway
The Claddagh ring, one of the most beloved Irish gifts of all time, has roots in Galway. But that isn’t the county’s only claim to
Boyne Valley: Inspiration for Countless Irish Gifts
Before the pyramids were built in Giza, the people of ancient Ireland built a sprawling complex of sophisticated burial mounds designed to be illuminated by
Aran Islands: Home of the World’s Most Famous Sweater
For generations, tourists have arrived in droves and made amazing memories on three little islands off the west coast of Ireland. Inishmore, Inishmaan and Inisheer
Autumn Equinox and Ancient Ireland
September brings a sense of equilibrium to many in the modern world. Summer vacations and adventures are over. Students are back to school. Life regains
Irish Castles Homes of Ireland’s Ancient Royalty
The modern Republic of Ireland went through a lot of trouble – 800 years of it – to be free of the British Crown. People