Ireland Overview

Ireland is usually called the tourists’ ultimate destination. It happens because every person can find here something special, something that will interest and involve only himself. In spite of all your preferences and likes you will fall in love with Dublin – the capital of the country. If you are fond of ancient architecture, you are lucky, in Dublin there is no end of such kind of attractions. Christ Church Cathedral and St. Audoen’s church are considered to be the best examples of monumental art. The heart of the city is Grafton Street – the walking area, where the cars are not allowed. Have a rest in Saint Stephen's Park, enjoying green garden and a waterfall. Do not pass the National Museum with unique collection of gold and the National Gallery, where the works of Vermeer, Monets, Picassos, Jack Yeats, and Caravaggio are displayed. Green hills and mountains, lakes and rivers as well as sandy beaches – all these you can find in Wicklow County, the place which can become an ideal holiday destination.

Southeast Ireland is also known as Sunny Southeast, because of good weather all year round. Very interesting mix of incredible scenery, historical sights and modern attractions can be found in Carlow, a small town of this region. Wish to be presented with the gift of eloquence, then visit Blarney in the southwestern part of the country and kiss the Blarney Stone. And if you want to witness the traditions and culture of Southwest Ireland, the Heritage Park in Cork is the exact place you need to go. The Central Ireland offers the tourists maximum of attractions. Being in Limerick, make sure that you have time to visit The Hunt Museum. John and Gertrude Hunt’s personal collection represents art pieces of original Bronze Age, Celtic and Medieval periods. King John's Castle in Limerick is really worth your attention. Apart from the excursion along the ancient wall, the tourists are shown video presentation on the history of the castle.

Northwest Gaelic Country of Ireland impresses the visitors by striking beauty of nature, small villages cherishing old Irish traditions and customs and, of course, numerous monuments and museums. The Railway Heritage Centre in Donegal suggests a wide choice of souvenir type items, another place of interest is Donegal Castle. The exhibits of Galway are the following: the Claddagh Village, the Galway Hooker, Hall of the Tribes and the crystal workshop. Ireland is open for touring and there is much to look at.