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ConnollyCove
21/04/2024
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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Maha Yassin
21/04/2024
Irish Tales of the Otherworld and Parallel Traditions
Venturing into the realm of the Irish Otherworld is akin to peering through a mystical veil that separates our reality...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Irish Mythology: Dive into its Finest Legends and Tales
Mythology is important. Despite being untrue -partially untrue-it is a significant part of every culture worldwide. It makes up a...
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Maha Yassin
21/04/2024
Enchanted Canvases: Exploring Folklore’s Role in Irish Contemporary Art
Irish contemporary art vibrantly weaves the threads of past and present, infusing age-old folklore with modern expression. Our nation’s rich...
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Maha Yassin
21/04/2024
Step Into Legend: Virtual Reality Tours Explore Ireland’s Mythological Landscapes
Ireland’s rich tapestry of mythology has long captured the imagination, telling of heroes, fairies, and ancient gods that roam the...
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Maha Yassin
21/04/2024
The Craft of Irish Linen in Folklore: Unveiling its Mystical Heritage
Irish linen’s legacy intertwines with the cultural fabric of Ireland, telling a story that stretches back through the ages. This...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Eccentric Irish Wedding Traditions and Wonderful Wedding Blessings
Weddings can be one of the happiest occasions of a person’s life. It is a joyous time for the bride...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
The Fascinating & Superstitious Fairy Trees in Ireland
Ireland has always been a place filled with fascinating folklore and stories. One very interesting piece of our folklore involves the mystical Irish Fairy Trees. All around Ireland, there are Fairy Trees which are believed to be home to magical creatures.
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Staycation Ireland: Best Places to Stay in the Emerald Isle
The Emerald Isle is considered one of the most beautiful places in the world and has some of the most...
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Noha Nabil
21/04/2024
Sandy Row, Belfast – King Billy Mural
Sandy Row, nestled in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland, is a testament to the city’s complex history and enduring...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
The Beautiful Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland
Dublin has always been rich with places you will need to visit. Among all the suggestions and choices we always...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Groomsport: Cockle Cottages and The Eagle Wing
Groomsport is a beautiful, coastal village that captures the imagination. Situated on the south shore of Belfast Lough, this picturesque...
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ConnollyCove
21/04/2024
Fascinating Irish Kings and Queens Who Changed History
You may know of Irish kings and queens such as Brian Boru or the pirate queen Grace O’Malley, but do you know about the other leaders who ruled Ireland?
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
The Surprising History of the Irish Flag
Flags are hugely important because they help us recognise different countries worldwide. Many of the world’s flags have fascinating histories...
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Maha Yassin
21/04/2024
The Intriguing Symbolism and Meaning of the Triskelion in Celtic Culture
In the emerald heart of ancient Celtic cultures, a captivating symbol took root: the Triskelion. Its three interlocked spirals, like...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Incredible History of the Tuatha de Danann: Ireland’s Most Ancient Race
This article aims to provide the most comprehensive guide of one of Ireland’s most captivating mythological races; the Tuatha dé Danann. Not all treasures are made of gold, yet they can still be invaluable to us. Our culture is a hidden gem, waiting to be discovered. Enchantingly, the Irish discerned its own cultural value through its unique customs, as well as the most fantastic of legends and folklore.
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Exploring Ireland’s Ancient East
Nestled amongst the rolling hills of Boyne Valley lies Newgrange, a passage tomb constructed by Stone Age farmers over 5,000...
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Shaimaa Olwan
21/04/2024
Cavan County Museum, Ireland
Cavan County Museum in Ireland has so much to offer and is dedicated to telling the history of County Cavan....
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
Your Guide Around the Lake-land, County Cavan
County Cavan, known as Lakeland County, is most famous for its numerous lakes. The meaning of ‘Cavan’ in the Gaelic...
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Maha Yassin
21/04/2024
The Global Spread of Celtic Spirituality: Understanding Its Influence
Celtic spirituality has seen a remarkable upsurge in global interest, transcending its traditional geographical confines to touch people’s lives worldwide....
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Aya Radwan
21/04/2024
Celtic Deities: An Intriguing Dive in Irish and Celtic Mythology
Researchers studied various sources to gather information about different Celtic deities, such as engravings, history books, statutes, ancient temples and...
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Ciaran Connolly
21/04/2024
The Legend of the Selkies | Ultimate Mythology Blog – Top Selkie Facts
Perhaps one of the most notable mythical tales in Irish and Scottish mythology is the Legend of the Selkies, who are also called Seal Folk. They are mythological beings capable of changing from seal to human form by shedding their skin.
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Ciaran Connolly
20/04/2024
Discovering Ireland: An Ultimate Guide to Top 11 Castles in Antrim
There are many historic castles to visit in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Here at ConnollyCove, we have created this guide...
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Ciaran Connolly
20/04/2024
The Fascinating Crumlin Road Gaol Belfast: 5 Facts and more
Crumlin Road Gaol is a testament to Belfast’s tumultuous past and enduring spirit. Nestled in the heart of Northern Ireland’s...
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Dina Essawy
20/04/2024
The Amazing Giant’s Causeway: A Trip to Remember
The amazing Giant’s Causeway spans around 40,000 interlocking basalt columns that were caused by an ancient volcanic eruption (50–60 million...
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Marise
20/04/2024
Queen’s University Belfast: Past, Present and Future
Queen’s University Belfast is one of the leading universities in the UK, providing world-class education underpinned by world-class research… where...
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Ciaran Connolly
20/04/2024
Best Northern Ireland Tours
Are you planning a trip to Northern Ireland soon and looking for things to do? Well, there are many great...
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Eman Sameh
20/04/2024
Exploring the Beauty of Spring in Ireland
Ireland, in spring, sheds its winter cloak and awakens with a vibrant energy that’s both exhilarating and serene. This period...
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Maha Yassin
20/04/2024
Stars and Stones: Deciphering Newgrange’s Archaeo-Astronomical Secrets
In archaeoastronomy, ancient sites like Newgrange in Ireland offer profound insights into how past civilisations merged their understanding of astronomy...
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Maha Yassin
20/04/2024
Comparative Folklore: The Sidhe And Global Otherworldly Entities
In the vast tapestry of global folklore, few entities, like the Sidhe, the fairy folk of Irish mythology, capture the...
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