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YOUR TRAVEL MAGAZINE Ireland Heritage Food & Drink C u l t u r e Landscapes On Screen PEACE BRIDGE DERRY~LONDONDERRY HISTORIC FAbulous Food IRELAND’S Amazing IRELAND LANDMARKS & DRINK CULTURE Landscapes ON SCREEN Drama and romance Delicious feasts to Urban escapes filled Discovering Ireland’s Explore real-life Westeros in Ireland’s castles tempt the taste buds with warm welcomes incredible scenery in Northern Ireland MB20USA01TIL Welcome WELCOME TO IRELAND If modern lifelife hashas leftleft youyou yearningyearning for for more more authentic authenticexperiences, experiences, then the island then ofthe Ireland island is of the Ireland perfect is theantidote. perfect You antidote. see, Ireland You see,is more Ireland than is justmore a than justdestination, a destination, it’s a feeling… it’s a feeling. It’s the thrill of standing at the top of Donegal’s Slieve League cliffs along the Wild Atlantic Way. It’s the sensation you get at a traditional Irish music session, such as the ones that kick off in Matt Molloy’s of Westport, County Mayo, or the House of McDonnell in Ballycastle, County Antrim. It’s the cool touch of the ancient stones that dot the island’sthe islands landscapes, of Lough from Erne, Wexford County Fermanagh. to Kerry, and The the echoesshipbuilding of the heritageshipbuilding of Belfast: heritage the of city Belfast, that built Titanic the Town.Titanic. It’s And the the chance chance to seeto see the the thrilling real-life real-life locations locationsfor HBO’s fromGame HBO’s of Thrones Game® ofor Thronesthe views®, and from Star a JediWars Episodesknight’s islandVII and hideaway, VIII. It’s those as seen 100,000 in Star welcomes Wars. It’s thatthose the 100,000 people welcomes are famous you for. get from the people. They say you should always listen to your heart. Right now, Ireland can fill your heart with the good stuff. • •Ireland.com CONTENTSCONTENTS 4 Historic Landmarks ExTakeperience a trip into a fascinating Ireland’s fascinatingtrip into the past past 8 FaFabulousbulous Food & drink EnGetjoy stuck a taste into of the the flavours island’s ofgreat Ireland flavors 12 IrIreland’seland’s Culture AnA cultural adventure adventure through through festivals, festivals, literature, and cities literature and three of the island’s great cities 16 Amazing landscapes 16 BeThe iGreatnspired Outdoors by some of the island’s incredible landscapes Head into nature to enjoy some of Ireland’s best Ireland On Screen 20 outdoor delights Visit the real-life locations of your favorite movies 20 anIrelandd TV On shows Screen See why Ireland is a star of film and TV 24 Places to stay 24 B&PlacesBs, to castles, stay historic houses, and more B&Bs, castles, camping and eco-friendly accommodation 26 A golf course called ireland 26 WhA golfy courseIreland called wows Ireland when it comes to golf Sample some of the island’s amazing golf courses 27 Ireland information 27 YouIrelandr essential information guide to the island of Ireland Your essential guide to the island of Ireland PUBLISHED BY /J, ,!~ ~o ~ Tourism Ireland responalble 9CllnN r,,_,___ .__ ~ FSC-C018201 ~••~1"-"- COPY AND DESIGN: MAXMEDIA IRELAND LIMITED PRINTING: W & G BAIRD 2 KYLEMOREPEACE BRIDGE ABBEY 3 COUNTYDERRY~LONDONDERRY GALWAY mm_ti_MBL20_GB_TP_V2.2.indd 3 21/10/2019 14:14 Heritage reland’s historic landmarks are not all about bricks and mortar. As you walk up the 800-year-old stone steps in HISTORIC LANDMARKS IHook Head Lighthouse in County Wexford; wander through the 17th century pleasure gardens at Loughcrew in County Meath; or stare up at a round tower built nearly 900 years ago by monks at Devenish Island in Lough Erne – two interconnected lakes in County Fermanagh – it’s good to take some time to absorb the history embedded in these walls. Nothing captures the imagination quite like a good story, and on the island of Ireland, you don’t have to look far to find one. In towns and villages, on hillsides and cliff-edges – especially around Ireland’s Ancient East – you’ll find battlements, fortifications, and historic mansions filled with tales of parties, fascinating characters, and even a ghost or two. Take the eerie 16th century Leap Castle in County Offaly, which claims to be the “world’s most haunted location.” Or Carrickfergus Castle, a Norman stronghold in County Antrim, which has been besieged by the Scots, Irish, English, and French over its 800 year history. And just because the island’s country houses look genteel, it doesn’t mean they don’t have their own tales of intrigue, like Westport House in County Mayo. Today, it may be the very picture of aristocratic elegance, but venture down into the dungeons and you’ll see the remains of a castle owned by 16th century pirate queen, Grace O’Malley. Ireland’s early Christian history is also packed with compelling stories and beautiful settings. Dating from the mid-6th century, Clonmacnoise was established by St Ciarán on an idyllic site on the River Shannon – stroll around here and you’re catapulted back to an age of “saints and scholars.” At Gallarus Oratory on Slea Head in County Kerry, you can still experience what drew monks here hundreds of years ago – heart-stirring views of the brooding Three Sisters coastal peaks and the picturesque bay of Smerwick Harbour. And on St Patrick’s Trail, which weaves through key sites linked to Ireland’s patron saint in counties Armagh and Down, beauty abounds, especially at tranquil Saul Church. It’s inevitable that a journey into Ireland’s past will lead to Ireland’s cities, whether it’s the Viking history of Dublin and Waterford, or Titanic-era Belfast. And, whichever one you visit, a compelling piece of history awaits. Walk the 400-year-old walls in Derry~Londonderry, where cannons roared during the 17th century. Travel back to the Middle Ages with a stroll along Kilkenny’s Medieval Mile. Or imagine the life of a Norman soldier in the 13th century King John’s Castle in Limerick. On the island of Ireland, you can experience history right under your feet. • 4 DEVENISH ISLAND 5 COUNTY FERMANAGH Heritage PHOTO: GARETH MCCORMACK 1 2 3 CASTLES OF DREAMS 4 5 6 Ireland’s castles are set in some of the most beautiful DUNGUAIRE CASTLE COUNTY GALWAY parts of the island, from tranquil lakefronts to the edge of dramatic coastal cliffs. We look at three of the most captivating… called the Waterford Treasures. Here, the Medieval Museum, Bishop’s Palace, and Reginald’s Tower (pictured) recount the story of the city, from its foundation 1,100 years ago by the Vikings to STEP INTO th an era of Georgian opulence in the 18 century. 4 Derryglad Folk and Heritage Museum County Roscommon THE STORIES Ireland’s history is about big dramatic events, but it’s also about ravel around Ireland and you’ll quickly discover that castles dunguaire has one of the most scenic locations on Museums, galleries, and visitor attractions on the island the life and times of ordinary people. At this small, family- There have the power to stop you in your tracks with their the island of ireland. no wonder it’s One of the most owned museum you’ll discover a trove of humble objects that sheer good looks. Whether it’s a crumbling 12th century pile of Ireland bring the past to life, from the hopes and " photographed castles in the west dreams of emigrants to the creativity of the Celts show what life was really like not so very long ago. Examine overlooking a glassy lake, a gracious Baronial mansion set in horse-drawn farm machinery, browse the display of school life, glistening green fields, or a dramatic cliffside ruin pounded by " and visit a reconstructed 1930s bar and grocery – the heart of waves, these structures never fail to surprise and delight. 1 The National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology Dublin every country town. A good place to start is with Dunguaire Castle. Nestled on position within the city’s social and cultural life with classical The big draw at the National Museum is Ireland’s Bronze Age the south shore of Galway Bay, this 16th century tower house music recitals and art exhibitions held here. Take the castle tour jewelry. Exquisitely crafted between 2200BC and 500BC, it’s one 5 Ulster American Folk Park County Tyrone is built on the site of a 7th century fort. It’s fairly modest – as and you’ll find rooms that reflect the excess and elegance of the of the most important prehistoric gold collections in Europe. Emigration to the New World is central to Ireland’s story, and castles go – but its history takes in the clans of Ireland, Queen 19th rather than the 13 th century, with sumptuous furnishings, Within the museum, you’ll also find remarkably preserved bog here you can uncover it within thatched cottages and log cabins, Elizabeth I of England, the Celtic revival of the early 20th century decorative plasterwork, and Venetian Gothic motifs. bodies from the Iron Age, an exhibition on Viking Ireland, and both Irish and American. The buildings were either moved from and a divorce case so scandalous that it triggered a change in For a total contrast, go north to Antrim on the dramatic the beautifully crafted 8th century Ardagh Chalice. their original sites, or replicated, and show both what people left the law. With the waters of Galway Bay to the north, and the Causeway Coast where you’ll find the ruin of Dunluce Castle. behind and the new lives they created. Costumed characters tell barren, rocky landscape of County Clare’s Burren to the south, Perched on a craggy outcrop that’s pounded by the waves, 2 Titanic Belfast Belfast their stories and build a bridge to the past.