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Irish monuments

The Hands Across the Divide

The Hands Across the Divide is a sculpture erected in the city of Derry (also known as Londonderry), on Carlisle Square... The latter depicts 2 men reaching out to each other. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/hands-across-the-divide/">[...]</a>

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Irish lighthouses

Inisheer Lighthouse

Passing through the Aran Islands? Don't miss the lighthouse on Inisheer Island! This magnificent building is one of the proudest of the local population! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/inisheer-lighthouse/">[...]</a>

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Churches

The Shandon church

The Church of St Anne (also known as Shandon Church and Bells) is a church in Cork, located in the Shandon district. Built at the top of a hill, it has the advantage of overlooking Cork city, and being recognizable no matter where you are in the city! But the church is most famous for its bells, popularized in a 19th-century song (The Bells of Shandon) that has become part of Irish popular culture! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-shandon-church/">[...]</a>

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CliffsExcursions in Ireland

Sliabh Liag Boat Tours

If you want to discover the Cliffs of Slieve League in an original way, then we recommend you admire them from the sea! The "Sliabh Liag Boat Trips" company based in Teelin, County Donegal, offers you an unforgettable boat trip to admire the highest sea cliffs in Europe! Culminating at a height of 600 metres, their spectacle is well worth the detour! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/sliabh-liag-boat-tours/">[...]</a>

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Bridges

The Derry Peace Bridge

The Derry Peace Bridge is a brand new bridge spanning the River Foyle in the city of Derry in Northern Ireland... Inaugurated in June 2011, it has become one of the city's strongest symbols! A must-see! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-derry-peace-bridge/">[...]</a>

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Irish graves

Saint Patrick’s tomb

Discover Saint Patrick's tomb! He was buried in the small town of Downpatrick, near the cathedral of the same name. A must if you want to see the real tomb of the famous Irish saint! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/saint-patricks-tomb/">[...]</a>

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Cathedrals

St Eugene’s Cathedral

St Eugene'sCathedral is a religious building in Derry, Northern Ireland. The main church of the city's diocese, it is a Catholic church, particularly popular…

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Irish lighthouses

Ballycotton Lighthouse

Ballycotton lighthouse belongs to the village of the same name, located on the coast of County Cork. Magnificent, it's located 2km from the village, on an island (Ballycotton Island) overlooking the ocean. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/ballycotton-lighthouse/">[...]</a>

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Churches

St Audeon’s Church

St Audeon's Church is a medieval Dublin church built in 1190. It is considered by experts to be one of the city's most beautiful churches! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/st-audeons-church/">[...]</a>

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Museums in Ireland

The Tower Museum

Passing through Derry? Don't miss the Tower Museum, a brilliant museum dedicated to the history of Derry! Love stories, shipwrecks, war of independence, civil…

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Irish monuments

The National Famine Monument

The National Famine Monument is a commemorative sculpture located in Murrisk, County Mayo. It pays homage to the victims of the Great Irish Famine, and in particular to the Irish who decided to take to the sea, heading for the United States to escape the misery of the time. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-national-famine-monument/">[...]</a>

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Abbeys and monasteries

Kilmallock Abbey

Kilmallock Abbey is an Irish abbey in County Limerick. Founded in the 6th or 7th century by Saint Mocheallóg, it was devastated by a terrible fire in 1571, at the height of the Desmond Earls' Rebellions, then partially destroyed in 1648 following the Lord Inchiquin's assaults. Its ruins still stand today, attracting huge crowds! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/kilmallock-abbey/">[...]</a>

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Churches

St Peter and Paul’s Church

It's impossible to visit Cork without taking a look: St Peter and Paul's Church is one of the city's most famous buildings! The reason: the beauty of its architecture and the inimitable atmosphere inside! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/st-peter-and-pauls-church/">[...]</a>

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Churches

Holy Cross Church

Holy Cross Church is a Catholic church in Kenmare, founded in 1864. Pretty, if a little sad, it is the pride of the town's inhabitants, who appreciate above all its interior architecture, with its choir, organ and sculpted roof! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/holy-cross-church/">[...]</a>

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Irish public buildings

The Guildhall

The Guildhall is a red-brick building in the heart of Derry. Today, it serves as the town hall and can be visited by the general public. We love its warm architecture and, above all, its magnificent stained glass windows! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-guildhall/">[...]</a>

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Irish mountains

Geokaun Mountain

Geokaun Mountain is one of the most important mountains on Valentia Island in County Kerry, Ireland. Rising to an altitude of 266 metres on its north face, it has the advantage of overlooking the ocean, and offering exceptional panoramic views of the Dingle peninsula. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/geokaun-mountain/">[...]</a>

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Castles

The Redwood Castle

Redwood Castle is an Anglo-Norman fortress near Lorrha in County Tipperary. Built during the 13th century, and occupied by the Anglo-Normans until 1350 (before…

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Aquariums

Riverwatch Aquarium

Fancy a family break in the streets of Derry? Discover the Riverwatch Aquarium, the ideal place to discover magnificent aquatic species! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/riverwatch-aquarium/">[...]</a>

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Abbeys and monasteries

Murrisk Abbey

Passing through Croagh Patrick? Don't miss the ruins of Murrisk Abbey! This former Augustinian abbey was built in 1457 and offers a spetcacle full of charm! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/murrisk-abbey/">[...]</a>

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Churches

The Saul Church

Saul Church is an Irish church in County Down, Northern Ireland. A charming replica of an ancient church once occupied by the legendary Saint Patrick, patron saint of the Irish! It is here that the saint is said to have celebrated his masses and lived until the end of his days. The current church and its adjoining round tower are faithful replicas of the old building, which has not stood the test of time. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-saul-church/">[...]</a>

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Museums in Ireland

The Valentia Heritage Centre

Don't be fooled by the old-fashioned look of the Valentia Heritage Centre. Far from being a recent addition, this museum has an authentic charm all of its own! It will take you deep into the history of Valentia Island! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-valentia-heritage-centre/">[...]</a>

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