The story of OisÃn and TÃr na nÓg — the warrior poet who went to Ireland’s Land of Eternal Youth and returned to find 300 years had passed — is one of the most profound legends in Irish mythology. Get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.
In October 1588, a Spanish ship carrying over 1,300 men wrecked on rocks below Dunluce Castle in County Antrim. The gold recovered from the wreck is now on free display in Belfast.
The North Tower of Dunluce Castle is said to be haunted by Maeve Roe MacQuillan, locked there by her father four centuries ago. Here is her story.
Cahir Castle sits on a rocky island in the middle of the River Suir. The water runs on both sides of it, year after year, …
Discover the Dearg Due — Ireland’s ancient vampire legend that predates Dracula. Find out why locals still pile stones on one Waterford grave every year.
Discover the ancient legend of TÃr na nÓg — the Irish warrior who found eternal paradise and lost everything the moment he came home. A timeless story of longing.
Before spring crops came in, Irish country families foraged nettles from the hedgerows. The ancient Irish nettle tradition still survives today.
Inside Howth Castle near Dublin, an empty place is set at every meal — a 500-year-old demand from pirate queen Grace O’Malley. Here’s why.
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