Sinéad De Valera: A woman of substance
Today on her death anniversary, we remember Sinéad De Valera, a Celtic revivalist and author of repute.
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Exploring the wild Irish uplands
In wild Ireland, we find unforgettable stories and captivating legends. The Irish uplands have been inextricably intertwined with Irish history.
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Dracula: A horror novel from the Irish imagination
Bram Stoker is the famous Irish novelist who wrote Dracula. His rise to stardom, however, is often overlooked because of his timeless horror novel.
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A collection of real Irish ghost stories for Halloween
There's no better way to observe Oíche Shamhna (Halloween) than to read spine-chilling stories of otherworldly encounters from real people across Ireland.
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The Celtic Spirit and the Otherworld
For the Celts, death did not mean annihilation. Death was a rite of passage to the the blessed realm of the gods and ancestors.
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The Powerful Women of Irish Mythology: The Morrígan – Goddess of Death
As we continue to traverse through the world of Irish mythology for powerful women, we encounter the feared Morrígan
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Glencairn Abbey in the Autumn: A spiritual haven for women
Valerie O'Sullivan's collection of photos and wisdom offer an exclusive view of Ireland's only Cistercian monastery for women in the crisp Autumn.
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Mountains, wells, and caves: A look at Ireland’s sacred landscape
In Ireland, relics can also be found in the natural landscape. Holy wells, caves, stones and even mountains have been pilgrim destinations for centuries.
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Pilgrimage to St Mullins during the Black Death
In the Middle Ages, many people made pilgrimages in times of crisis. The Black Death was one of the biggest crises during the fourteenth century in Ireland.
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Recalling the great Irish martyrs
An exclusive excerpt from former president Mary McAleese's latest book 'The 17 Irish Martyrs' out in March 2022.
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