The setting sun brings an end to an eerie and uncertain day in Kilkenny . Taken just before COVID 19 social isolation implementation

The original Motte and Bailey was built on this site around 1195 by Norman Lord Strongbow and has evolved over the centuries into the stunning castle we see today.

Strategically place high above the River Nore for spotting marauders , scallywags , scoundrels and popping off a few arrows no doubt !!

The sun sets across Saint Canine’s Cathedral in Kilkenny, Ireland

Did you know that the round tower is one of only two in Ireland that you can still climb?

➡️ Religious roots dating to the 6th C
➡️ Cromwell and his goons in 1650
➡️ 30 m Round Tower
➡️ Tower is the oldest structure in city
➡️ Dripping in amazing history
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The famous Dun Chaoin Pier

Dingle Peninsula - Kerry, Ireland

Before the last resident left the Great Blasket Island in 1953 they used this pier to land produce for sale on the mainland. No Aldi or Lidl then !! .

The famous House on the Hill

The Black Valley

Kerry, Ireland

Kilree Monastic Site. Kilkenny, Ireland

History , High Kings 🤴, A High Cross and a lovely Round Tower make this a must visit site in Kilkenny .

Clonmacnoise Monastic Site - Offaly, Ireland

This sixth century monastic site, located on the banks of the River Shannon is home to three high crosses, a cathedral, seven churches and two round towers.

Strategically located on the major east-west land route through the bogs of central Ireland 🇮🇪 and the River Shannon Clonmacnoise soon became a major centre for learning, religion, craftsmanship and trade .

Another day draws to a close over the grounds of Kilkenny Castle

Clifden Castle - Connemara
Ireland 🇮🇪

Down a rocky lane sits this old castle with amazing views over the water. If you are lucky you might even meet a few sheep

The winding road leads over the gap and into the Black Valley. Amazing scenery !!

The Gap of Dunloe - Killarney

Kerry, Ireland

Some amazing views above Clifden Castle in Connemara, Galway

St Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower from Above

Kilkenny, Ireland

Looking down on St Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower

One the more prominent tombs in the cathedral is that of Bishop Ledrede. He is infamous for his part in the trial of Dame Alice Kytler. She was a wealthy and well-educated woman in Kilkenny society. She married four times, with each husband dying somewhat mysteriously, leaving her even more wealthy. An accusation of witchcraft was made against her, along with her maid Petronilla, and her son William Outlaw. Dame Alice managed to escape to England but Petronilla was burned at the stake

Kilkenny, Ireland

Views across the River to Kilkenny Castle