King John's Castle in Limerick City History plays amidst spectacular surroundings and small towns enchant. Fáilte (Welcome) to Western Ireland. The River Shannon runs along the side of this 13th century fortification, King John's Castle. There's a tremendous view from the top of the cylindrical towers following the river to the green hills beyond. During the Great Seige of 1642, Cromwell's army dug mines beneath the castle walls to undermine this once mighty fortress. Invincible? Hardly. Two Writers - Galway In this imaginary scenario, two famous writers, Oscar Wilde and Eduard Wilde (from Estonia) are deep in conversation. It's anybody's guess what their talk is about. They had never met in real life. May I dare say they're exploring their "roots" since they bear the same last name? Healing Hands by Shane Gilmore Pro Cathedral of St. Peters and Paul, Ennis There are various interpretations of these limestone hands modeled from the hands of
“If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay at home.” - James Michener