Ireland is beautiful lush landscapes, compelling history and kind and welcoming people. It seems like it is always raining, just a bit, almost every day. But it makes for a magic land of deep green grasses and flowers that appear on pretty much anything, even the stone walls of ruins.
Rock of Cashel Interior
The Rock of Cashel is located in County Tipperary, in Ireland, was the seat of the Kings of Munster and is associated with St. Patrick.
Jerpoint Abbey Ruins
Jerpoint Abbey located in County Kilkenny, Ireland, is a ruined Cistercian Abbey founded in the 12th century.
Statue of Mary at Rock of Cashel
Even though The Rock of Cashel is a medieval structure, I think this statue is more contemporary.
Sheep at Slieve League, Donegal
Slieve League, located in County Donegal in Ireland, is considered to be one of the highest cliffs in all of Europe. When traveling around rural Ireland, you encounter sheep everywhere. The owners paint on colored patches indicating ownership.
North Transept Staircase at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin
This beautiful stone, spiral staircase in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, gives access to the organ loft.