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This primitive structure at Granard consists of a huge mound of earth with a flat top and a hollow interior. It is believed to have been used as a storage facility, possibly for grain or perhaps even gold treasure.…

Situated on the South West Coast of Cork, is the picturesque Harbour town of Kinsale. It is commonly known as the gourmet capital of Ireland, famous for it’s fresh fish and seafood. It has a wide variety…

This Early Georgian mansion was built in 1730 by the Cole family, who became the Earls of Enniskillen, and named after the wife of John Cole. Set amid the Cuilcagh Mountains, its white stone facade stands in striking contrast…

In the northeastern part of Lower Lough Erne, just off the coast of Archdale Country Park sit a group of tiny islands. They are actually the tops of small hills, or drumlins, created during the formation of Lough Erne.

The Lough Erne vicinity is filled with panoramic views, surrounded by wooded hillsides. The entire waterway is nearly 50 miles long, and its still, clear waters make it a paradise for boaters and fishermen. The area is steeped in…

This huge basin holds and delivers the water supply to Belfast. It was created in the 1920′s in response to the rapidly growing demand for water in the city. Several sites were considered for the project, and the…

The first state forest to be granted Forest Park status in Northern Ireland, Tollymore Forest Park celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2005.
This attractive park features the whimsical designs of Thomas Wright (1711-1786). It contains caves, bridges, and…

The manor house at Castlewellan is a granite structure built by the Annesley family in 1856. Its style is Scottish Baronial and its appearance castle like. The house currently serves as a conference centre for private groups. The nearby…

This small but striking mountain range is a central part of the culture of unspoiled outdoor beauty that exists in County Down. Clustered in the southeast part of Northern Ireland, the Mourne mountain area is filled with lakes,…

The name Feakle translates as “parish of the tooth”. The patron saint of Feakle was St. Mochonna. Local legend says that he lost a tooth, and then built a church at the site—hence the name. There is now a…