Castles & Historic Buildings

The Rock of Dunamase, Co. Laoise - The Irish Place

Visiting the Rock of Dunamase

For lovers of Irish history and tourists visiting the area, the Rock of Dunamase, or Dún Másc, is a must-see, and is one of...
Timahoe Round Tower - The Irish Place

The Timahoe Round Tower

The Timahoe Round Tower is surely one of the most finest historical settings in all Ireland. Standing on the site of an ancient monastery...
Leamaneh Castle - The Irish Place

Red Mary – The Ghost of Leamaneh Castle

According to folklore, there are any number of haunted Irish castles, but surely among the most famous of these is Leamaneh Castle. Both the...
Toll Gate House at Thomond Bridge - The Irish Place

Thomond Bridge Toll Gate House, Limerick

Many of Limerick’s numerous bridges were paid for by tolls prior to 1900 and some of these houses still exist to the present day...
Dromana Gate and Bridge - The Irish Place

Dromana Gate & Bridge

Dromana Gate, near Villierstown in West Waterford, is one of those places that has the ability to take you by surprise, no matter how...
The entrance to Dungarvan Castle - The Irish Place

King John’s Castle or Dungarvan Castle

Dungarvan Castle, also known as King John's Castle, was built by King John, son of Henry II in the year 1185. It is a typical example...