Ancient ireland

Ancient Ireland, Scotland and England had a fantastic folk religion that has been classed as Celtic. The way into understanding these religions is through the Druids.

Archaeological technology is uncovering new information about one of Ireland’s most significant but least appreciated sites, in Co Roscommon

The earliest form of Irish writing is a system known as the Ogham (also spelled “Ogam”) Script. This first appeared about the 4th century C.E. and may be indigenous to Ireland. The Ogham ...

HOLY WELLS have been centres of piety for centuries in Ireland. That is, until they paved paradis...

illustrated gazetteer of megaliths on the island of ireland

Ireland's Ancient East on Instagram: “Whatever the weather, the famous Ballinastoe Trail, buried deep in the Wicklow Mountains is the perfect spot for a Sunday stroll in…”

Ardmore translates into Irish as Árd Mór, which means ‘Great Height’. It was to this part of the Waterford coast that St Declan was miraculously guided, on a return voyage from Wales some time during the 5th century. Today, a number of sites remain from his monastic city, pointing to a devotion that stood the test of time. The beautiful Round Tower and Cathedral were built in the 12th century. The Tower’s entrance doorway is some 4 metres above ground level. The purpose of the Round Tower…

Ireland's Ancient East is one of the most spectacular routes in the world. These photos of abbeys, castles and megaliths take you back thousands of years.

Posts about Sidhe written by Colette O'Neill

Here's what you need to know about the Grianan of Aileach, the impressive 'Sun Temple' of Donegal.