Flag of Ireland  September 23 to October 2, 2005

Dublin, Ireland

Photos by Peter

Grand Canal
You can almost jump across a lock of the ancient Grand Canal in Dublin. It runs from Dublin to Robertson in County Kildare. Opened in 1779, it carried passengers until 1852 and commercial cargo until 1960.

Modern Tram Georgian Door
A modern tram and a typical Georgian door found on the streets of Dublin.

Dublin Castle
A view of the elegant sitting room in Dublin Castle. The castle is still used for government business.

Cashel, Ireland

Photos by Peter

Rock ofCashel
Looking up at Saint Patrick's Rock also known as the Rock of Cashel you can see the 13th century Gothic Cathedral.

Cashel View
View of the surrounding plains from Saint Patrick's Rock.

Blarney, Ireland

Photos by Peter

Blarney Castle
Built around 1446 Blarney Castle houses the Blarney Stone. By kissing the stone you have the privilege of telling lies for seven years.

Blarney Castle
View of the surrounding gardens from the top of Blarney Castle

Cliffs of Moher, Ireland 2005

Photos by Peter

O'Brien's Tower
O'Brien's Tower overlooks the Cliffs of Moher and was constructed by landlord Cornelius O'Brien to impress lady visitors.

Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher are entirely vertical and rise to a height of 203 meters. A large reception and interpretation centre is now under construction near the cliffs.

Near Bantry, Ireland 2005

Photos by Peter

Vista near Bantry
A beautiful west coast vista near Bantry in the county of Cork.

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