Magical Places: St. Berrihert's Kyle and Holy Well, Co. Tipperary

Hidden deep in the Glen of Aherlow at the foot of the Galtee Mountains lies the enchanted and mysterious St. Berrihert's Kyle and Holy Well. 

 

Magical Places: St. Brigid's Well, Tully, Co. Kildare

There are many holy wells dedicated to the mythological pagan goddess Brigid and the 5th century christian Saint of the same name. One of them is the well in Tully, outside the town of Kildare - a town with a long history connected to both Brigids. 

 

Magical Places: The Fairy Hill, Carbury, Co. Kildare

Carbury Hill in County Kildare is one of the most important sites in Irish Mythology and history. The prominent hill overlooking the surrounding countryside is also called the "Sidh Neachtain" or "the Fairy Mound of Neachtain", the royal residence of Neachtain, the King of Leinster.

Magical Places: The Seven Wonders Of Fore, Co. Westmeath

The tranquil little Fore valley in County Westmeath is littered with the ruins of several monastic settlements. The earliest monastery here dates back to the 7th century and was founded by the Irish Saint Feichín. Feichín is said to have been able to heal ailments and perform miracles - he is responsible for the "Seven Wonders of Fore".

 

A walk around Ardmore, Co Waterford

A few impressions of Ardmore - a little seaside village on the south-east coast of Ireland, where the Celtic Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. Join me on a stroll around town with its ancient sacred sites, medieval monuments, colourful houses, down to the beautiful beach and up the surrounding cliffs. 

 

View over  Ardmore Bay

Cliff walk around Ardmore Head in Co Waterford

The Cliff walk, also known as "Monastery Walk", around Ardmore Head is one of the most beautiful loop walks in County Waterford.There´s lots to see along the way, so let me take you on a little photographic excursion along this scenic hike.

Cliff walk

Magical Places: Timetravelling in Ardmore, Co Waterford

Ardmore (Aird Mhór, meaning "Great Height" in Irish) isn´t just a quiet little seaside village in County Waterford. It´s also a very mysterious place, steeped in ancient history, full of legend and with many a mystical site to explore.