ConnollyCove
49 articles published since October 22, 2018
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ConnollyCove
08/04/2024
Shopping in Ireland: A Top Insider Guide
Ireland is undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Nicknamed the Emerald Isle for its lush green...
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08/04/2024
Westport, County Mayo: The Alluring Gem of Ireland
When people think of visiting Ireland, they usually travel to its capital, Dublin. However, it is mainly in the smaller...
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08/04/2024
Take a Trip with Us around County Kerry
County Kerry truly stands out among the many beautiful and astonishing counties of Ireland. Ireland’s history is prevalent there, as...
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08/04/2024
Grace O’Malley: Meet the Greatest 16th-Century Irish Feminist
Known as an Irish chieftain and legend of the sea, Grace O’Malley is remembered as one of the greatest and...
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07/04/2024
Morrigan: The Fearless Celtic Goddess of War
Morrigan is one of the great Goddesses of Ireland and a multifaceted character in mythology. Portrayed as the Fearless Celtic...
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07/04/2024
How The Spanish Armada Changed History
What is the most crucial date in British history? 1701, when The Act of Union was formalised, and the most...
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05/04/2024
County Tipperary: Behold the Treasures of Ireland’s Nature
Wholly landlocked and rural, County Tipperary is Ireland’s largest inland county. The county is famous for its rich and fertile...
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05/04/2024
The Enticing Nature of Carlow County
Often, people think of Carlow County as the second smallest county in Ireland or the third smallest in population, but...
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05/04/2024
Discover The Most Unique Places to Stay in Ireland
Have you ever fancied spending the night in a castle or maybe even a lighthouse? What about the state-of-the-art, supermodern...
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05/04/2024
County Derry: An Insight into Fascinating Nature
With a vast and breathtaking landscape covering an area of some 798 square miles, County Derry is one of the...
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15/04/2024
Clare and the Irish Wonder of the Atlantic
Set on Ireland’s Atlantic coast, County Clare is famed not only in Ireland but worldwide as the home of Irish...
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18/04/2024
Getting around the Beauty Antrim, the Biggest County in Northern Ireland
County Antrim is one of Northern Ireland’s most desirable and picturesque destinations. Some of its extravaganzas, The Causeway Coast and...
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13/04/2024
The Unendowed and Rich History of County Down
Northern Ireland is considered one of the most alluring countries in the Northern Hemisphere. With its various scenic attractions, no...
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17/04/2024
Beware the Wail of the Banshee – This Irish Fairy isn’t as Scary as You Think
Irish mythology is famed for its richness of detail, its abundance of memorable characters, and its meaningful fables. From the...
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ConnollyCove
27/03/2024
St. Patrick’s Day: The Amazing Global Celebration Construed
This statue of St Patrick, on Slieve Patrick, overlooking Saul and Raholp, was erected to commemorate the 1500th anniversary of the landing of St. Patrick in Ireland. Photo Credit: Albert Bridge.
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11/03/2024
Samhain: 7 Facts about the Unpopular Origins of Halloween
It’s the time of the year when things get spooky. The days get shorter, the leaves turn orange and brown,...
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11/03/2024
Your One-Stop Guide to Ireland’s Finest National Treasure: The Book of Kells
The Chi Rho Page in the Book of Kells. Image via anncavitfisher.com
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ConnollyCove
10/03/2024
Famous Irish People Who Made History in Their Lifetime
What do an American president, an Oscar nominee, the first person to split the nucleus of an atom, and a rebel have in common? Well, they are all famous Irish people who made different breakthroughs in various fields.
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ConnollyCove
10/03/2024
Egyptian Food: Several Cultures Blended into One
Model Bread Loaf from the Foundation Deposit for Hatshepsut's Tomb. Photo Credit: Metropolitan Museum of Art/Wikimedia Commons.
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ConnollyCove
15/04/2024
History Assorted in Cairo’s Islamic Art Museum
Cairo is the landmark of many of the world’s historical Islamic sites and monuments. Whether splendid palaces like Muhammed Ali’s...
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19/02/2024
The Karnak Temple: A Journey into History Filled with Intriguing Facts!
Welcome to a place that is truly like no other – the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple in Egypt. Spread out over...
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ConnollyCove
01/02/2024
Ancient Egyptian Symbols: The Most Important Symbols and Their Meanings
Ancient Egyptian symbols are hidden in the details of our surroundings even when we’re not paying attention to them. The...
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17/02/2024
10 Live Acts Worth Your Time in 2023
With a new year, there always come new live acts, tours, shows and opportunities to catch your favourite bands or...
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ConnollyCove
08/11/2023
Looking for a Serene Vacation Spot? Bruges, Belgium is Waiting for You
Are you looking for something different this vacation? Then, Bruges is your destination. It is a perfect spot in Belgium...
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ConnollyCove
08/11/2023
Your Guide to an Amazing Winter in Amsterdam!
Nothing beats spending winter in Amsterdam. It is a multicultural city where you can enjoy many festivals, especially during January. In...
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ConnollyCove
16/04/2024
Beltane: The Spiritual Significance Behind the Bewitching Fire Festival
Beltane Festival
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ConnollyCove
08/11/2023
Italian Lakes Holidays: 4 Gorgeous Lakes Not to Be Missed
No one visits the Italian lakes and not fall in love with them. They are prominent natural wonders and one...
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ConnollyCove
07/02/2024
Northern Irish Music: Best Bands & Artists
Northern Ireland is an excellent place for music. It actually seems to go quite underappreciated, but some of the acts...
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07/02/2024
Top 5 Honeymoon Destinations in Italy
A honeymoon in Italy can be the most romantic honeymoon. There are a lot of activities to enjoy during your...
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07/11/2023
The Revolutionary Life of W. B. Yeats
William Butler Yeats (June 13, 1865 – January 28, 1939) was an Irish poet, dramatist, mystic, and public figure from...
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