Since this is Northern Ireland week at A Traveler’s Library, I feel a little sheepish about running photos from the Republic of Ireland (the southern part of Ireland that achieved its independence from Britain.) But I have not visited Northern Ireland, so I’m picking prototypical Irish scenes that might represent any part of Ireland.
Celtic Cross in graveyard
Rocks and flowers
Real Irish music on the path to Ring Fort
A peat fire burns in the middle of the island village, recreation of bronze age village.
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A freelance writer who loves to travel. When she is not traveling she is reading about travel. When she is not reading or traveling, she is sharing with the readers of A Traveler's Library, recreating her family's past at Ancestors In Aprons. She writes frequently for Reel Life With Jane and other websites. Also co-author of a biography, Quincy Tahoma, The Life and Legacy of a Navajo Artist. Contact Vera Marie by e-mail.
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Tags: BlogSherpa, Ireland, photography, Travel
The one thing Northern Ireland and the Republic share is the landscape. So lots of NI looks like the Republic (and vice versa). But a quick look at a tourist guide will reveal a number of must-see things north of the border such as the Giant’s Causeway.
So next time, perhaps, P4H!
By the way, the other place that people frequently miss in Ireland is Donegal (the northwest corner). It’s very spectacular.
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The Celtic cross reminds me of Monasterboice, in the republic, but very near the border with Northern Ireland.
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Just back from 10 days in the Republic of Ireland. Is the cross from the Rock of Cashel? I’ve done two Ireland posts about our trip. My next one will include a celtic cross. I found them very compelling. I kept taking photos of them.
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Yes, it is the Rock of Cashel. That was a gorgeous place and we stayed and stayed just soaking up the history.
How pretty! Never been to Ireland, so thanks for the little tour
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Very iconic these shots of Ireland. I’ve never been but without the captions I’d know they were of Ireland.
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So happy I visited your site this week, as I’m headed to Ireland and Northern Ireland next month! Thank you for the wonderful photos … now to read the other posts.
The cross is a particularly stunning photo!
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Nice photos Vera! They have a real ‘feel’ about them.
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Love the music shot. The older gentlemen has such character and I love his read accordion.
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It was such a treat to find musicians along the path as we walked to a ring fort in the Aran islands. Of course they’re doing it to pick up a few bucks, but it is SO lovely to hear that music there.
Lovely shots, Vera. I have never been to Ireland, but it is on my list.
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Oh, yes, Nancie, you must get to Ireland. It is every bit as beautiful as all the green, green pictures you see.
Gorgeous photos. And it matters not to me whether it’s northern or southern Ireland – all beautiful!
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