Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
I could think of no better tribute to the Irish than to share a few photos from our first visit to Ireland, a stunning and mystical land of unsurpassed beauty. Its ancient history, steeped in legend and myths, is apparent everywhere you go. One can find ruins of ringed forts and monasteries, castles and ancient stones with stories dating back to Viking times through the more recent Potato Famine. On this trip our adventures took us through the verdant countryside of County Cork and County Kerry and the quaint and colorful villages of Kenmare and Kinsale.
Lovely Shelbourne Inn in Kenmare
Colorful town of Kenmare
Garden path at Muckross House and Gardens
This centuries-old tree has seen it all – Muckross House & Gardens
Killarney National Park
Ancient Stone Wall on the Ring of Kerry
Star-shaped Charles Fort (17th century) overlooking Kinsale Harbor.
Cemetary in Kinsale
May you always have
Walls for the winds,
A roof for the rain,
Tea beside the fire,
Laughter to cheer you,
Those you love near you,
And all your heart might desire!
Biren @ Roti n Rice
March 17 at 10:45 amLovely pictures! Thanks for sharing. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
FOODESSA
March 17 at 11:00 amOh Priscilla…you certainly honoured this festive day with some of the most charming photos.
Again, you’ve inspired me to bring this destination up my travel list ;o)
Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you my friend.
Ciao, CLaudia
Angie's Recipes
March 18 at 5:18 amBeautiful pictures. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Victoria
March 18 at 9:56 amIt really is so beautiful! I’ve never been, but I’m hoping someday I’ll get a chance to go. Happy belated St. Patty’s Day 🙂
Lisa { AuthenticSuburbanGourmet }
March 19 at 11:40 amStunning photos! I loved my visit to Ireland too. Thank you for sharing and bringing back such a great memories!!!
Lindsey @ Gingerbread Bagels
March 19 at 7:07 pmWhat gorgeous photos of Ireland! Thanks for sharing. I’d love to travel to Ireland one day! 🙂
Magic of Spice
March 23 at 7:59 amWhat gorgeous photos! Would love to visit some day…
Kathleen
March 16 at 5:04 pmWonderful pictures! I’ve been seeing alot of pics of Ireland the past few days & thought of when you & Don visited. Now another country has gotten on my bucket list! I have corned beef simmering as I write this…