Showing posts with label Kerry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kerry. Show all posts

22 Feb 2022

Magical Places: Cahergall Stone Fort, Co. Kerry

Cahergall is an impressive example of an early medieval stone fort, located in the tranquil landscape of the Iveragh peninsula in Co. Kerry. The name stems from the Irish Chathair Gheal, meaning “the bright stone fort”.


23 Jul 2016

Along the Wild Atlantic Way: Ballybunion Cliff Walk, Co. Kerry

The scenic walk along the Ballybunion Cliffs in North County Kerry offers views of spectacular seascapes and hidden beaches, as well as a bit of local folklore and history. 


19 Nov 2014

Magical Places: The Valley of Echoes - the Gap of Dunloe, Co. Kerry

Winding its way along a narrow ravine through Ireland's highest mountain range is a spectacular 11 km long mountain pass known as the 'Valley of Echoes' or the 'Gap of Dunloe'. The quiet glen is a place of enchantment and full of legend and lore.

 

9 Sept 2013

The Battle of Ventry, Co. Kerry

The beautiful stretch of sandy beach nestled in the tranquil horseshoe-shaped Ventry Bay on the Dingle Peninsula is the backdrop for one of the longest and bloodiest battles described in Irish Mythology - the epic "Battle of Ventry". 

 

29 Apr 2013

Killarney National Park in Co Kerry

A mixture of rugged mountains, moorland, gardens, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and the most extensive area of native woodland remaining in Ireland give Killarney National Park a unique wild beauty. Located on the Iveragh peninsula in County Kerry, just outside the town of Killarney, it was the first National Park created in the Republic of Ireland.



22 Feb 2013

A walk out to Dingle Bay

A few impressions of the Dingle coast - a beautiful walk along the bay, past the harbour and the old stone watch tower, over to the lighthouse, along the cliffs and down to a couple of small beaches.

21 Feb 2013

Cycling the Slea Head Drive, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry

Slea Head is the most westerly point on mainland Ireland. It lies on the tip of the beautiful Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry and one of the best ways to get around and explore the area is by bicycle!