There is a fantastic view from Killeshin Hills viewpoint over Carlow Town. So, on a clear day, be sure to go up the Killeshin Hills. Where you’ll be treated to a spectacular view of Carlow town. It’s equally impressive by night. Moreover, this viewing point is situated just a few minutes drive from Carlow town […]
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Thomastown historically known as Grennan is a town in County Kilkenny. This is where the ruins of a medieval fortified Grennan Castle are located. So, I stopped to see this castle, because it is like Carlow Castle dated between 1207 and 1213. So, the very first of its kind in Ireland. It dates from around […]
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Flowers of February are Snowdrops and Crocuses. Snowdrops and Crocuses are one of the earliest flowers. They started flowering already in January and February. And they look particularly spectacular. Snowdrops have been known since the earliest times under various names. But were named Galanthus in 1753. They are “milk flowers” because their Latin genus name […]
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Office of Public Works (OPW), in association with Carlow Garden Trail and Carlow Tourism, has announced Snowdrops Festival at the beautiful Altamont Gardens during the month of February. There is no better time of year to catch this fabulous display of snowdrops in these beautiful tranquil gardens. A wonderful opportunity to view a unique collection […]
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I love to admire Swans and Sunset over River Barrow in Carlow Town Park. Today, it has been exactly a year since I came back to posting on my blog systematically. That was a great decision, taking photos and doing this blog made me happy in this difficult pandemic time. I have a big library […]
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St. Mary’s Collegiate Church Gowran (Gaelic/Irish: Eaglais Mhuire) is one of the hidden treasures in County Kilkenny. It is a beautiful church with a fascinating history. Also known as the Church of the Blessed Virgin of the Assumption. It is a church in the center of the town of Gowran, County Kilkenny. The site is […]
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