Ireland Art, Beach, Downtown, Fall + Historic Buildings Pictures

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Ireland’s capital is alive with a rich literary tradition, friendly residents and a respect for all things rebellious.

Walk the cobbled lanes of Ireland’s oldest university, alma mater to literary greats and home of the precious Book of Kells.

Mysterious ruins tell stories from a shadowy past and invite you to find peace in what is left of their mossy walls.

Wander down medieval-style alleys lined with pubs, shops and galleries, then have a pint, listen to music or party.

Admire the magnificent medieval architecture of this cathedral and find out about its former life as a palace on the riverfront of historic Limerick.

Mysterious ruins tell stories from a shadowy past and invite you to find peace in what is left of their mossy walls.

Mysterious ruins tell stories from a shadowy past and invite you to find peace in what is left of their mossy walls.

Mysterious ruins tell stories from a shadowy past and invite you to find peace in what is left of their mossy walls.

This infamous and eerie former prison is a fitting place to hear the grisly story of Ireland’s punitive past and the struggle for independence from British rule.

Mysterious ruins tell stories from a shadowy past and invite you to find peace in what is left of their mossy walls.

This massive building on St. Michael’s Hill in the city center is one of only two Protestant cathedrals in Dublin.

Explore the cobbled streets, 19th-century architecture and beautiful walking trails of this Irish town known for its pub culture, hospitality and mountain surrounds.

Find out the origins of one of Ireland’s most iconic castles with mesmerizing views of the water and scenic Galway.

As pretty as a postcard and only reachable by slow travel, this pass gives you time to breathe the clear air and see the beauty of every wildflower.