The stone forts date back to a time when Ireland was populated by Celtic royals, ancient warriors and High Kings. Grianán of Aileach, the Stone Palace of the Sun, is a stone fort located on the ...

The ancient Irish were at least familiar with the notion ... she lands in a cup of wine which is drunk by the wife of Etar, a warrior of the Ulaid. Etar’s wife swallows the butterfly and becomes ...

The history of this ancient port is maintained ... ocean’s white hair Tonight I fear not the fierce warriors of Norway Coursing on the Irish sea‘ by Anonymous Monk Over time, the Vikings ...

St. Patrick and paganism in Ireland - Irish author Ali Isaac explores one fascinating intersection. Who was the Irish god Crom Cruach, what was the Killycluggin stone, and what did St. Patrick ...

The subject linked the new hospital to ancient Ireland as Macha reputedly founded the first hospital in Ireland at Eamhain Mhacha in 300BC. The dove seated on her left hand is a symbol of St ...

Welcome to Ireland's Ancient East, a vast playground of incredible history, compelling characters and, yes, beautiful green pastures. Comprising 17 counties that lie east of the River Shannon and ...

Ireland's Ancient East boasts 5000 years of history ... On display is the full set of weapons from a Viking warrior's grave, the only set to survive in Ireland. You'll also see the famous ...