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Inside the Library at Trinity College
Trinity College was established in 1592. It's library is the location of the book of Kells, a 9th century illuminated manuscript containing the 4 gospels.
Kilmainham Gaol
Inside of Kilmainham Gaol's main cell block. Built in 1798 as a reform prison, it played a central role in many of Ireland's major historical events. This included a pivotal role in the Easter Rising, where twelve of the leaders were executed here, which helped turn public opinion against the English.
Walking Through the Dark Hedges
The Dark Hedges were planted in the 18th Century as a way to impress guests visiting the Stuart Family Home.
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House at the End of the Road
Gracehill Golf Club clubhouse, just down the street from the Dark Hedges.
The Dark Hedges
The Dark Hedges were used in the first episode of the second season of Game of Thrones
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Dunluce Castle
The impressive ruins of a 16th century castle. Built on Cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, it houses history of intrigue, ghosts, and falling kitchens.
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Mussenden Temple from Downhill
Water pours off the cliffs above the beach, after a heavy rainstorm. Atop the cliff is the Mussenden Temple. It was built as a library in 1785 and modeled after the Temple of Vesta in Italy.
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Rathmullan Priory
The remains of a 16th century Carmelite Friary. May be one of the last pictures of the location covered in vines, as they were removing them that day.
Lighthouse at Fanad Head
The Cliffs of Moher
Cliffs of Moher are situated on the west coast in county Claire. The name comes from an old tower, that was demolished in 1808 so they could build a telegraph tower.
O'Brien's Tower
O'Brien's Tower is an observation tower overlooking the cliffs. Cornelius O'Brien built the tower in 1835, to impress the ladies.
Tower on the Cliffs
O'Brien's Tower sits roughly 200m above the Atlantic ocean.
High Winds off Doolin
Doolin is located just north of the Cliffs of Moher. Known for its traditional Irish music, it has started to gain renown by surfers for its waves as well.
Looking Back from Conor Pass
Conor Pass is the highest mountain pass in Ireland at over 400 meters. Looking from the pass provides an excellent view of the Dingle Peninsula. From this view you can almost see where St. Brendan purportedly started his journey.
The Sleeping Giant
The Sleeping Giant is the northern most Blasket Island. The official name is Inishtooskert, which translates to northern island... accurate at least.
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Blasket Islands from Dunmore Head
Great Blasket Island from Dunmore Head. The island was the residence of a small Irish speaking population until 1953.
Dingle Bay at Night
Entrance to the Rock of Cashel
The Rock of Cashel was where the High Kings of Munster ruled for hundreds of years until the Norman conquest in the late 12th century.
Rock of Cashel
The famous buildings atop it were not built until the 12th and 13th centuries. The Cathedral was sacked in 1647 during the Irish Confederate Wars, and more than 1,000 people were slaughtered
Friary Near Rock of Cashel
The Dominican Friary near the base of the Rock of Cashel was built in the middle of the 13th century. It was abandoned in the 16th century.
River Nore at Night
River Nore runs through the CITY of Kilkenny (not a town, as per the Local Government Act of 2001). In 2009 Kilkenny celebrated 400 years of being a city, and as of 2012 it has now been a city longer than it was ever considered a town (it got its town charter in 1207 from William Marshal). The city is known for its excellent Hurling teams, old castle, old pubs, and its 1985 Tidy Town victory (only city ever to win it).
Inside St. Canice Cathedral
St Canice's Cathedral, located in Kilkenny, was built in the 13th century. Its renowned stained glass was destroyed in the 17th century by Oliver Cromwell, though drawings of the originals were found, and replicas now adorn the cathedral.
Kilkenny Castle
Kilkenny Castle was finished in 1213 by William Marshal, a few years after Kilkenny became a town. The castle was occupied until 1935, when the Butler family moved to London. The Butlers eventually sold the castle to Kilkenny in 1965 for 50 pounds.
