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Tourdingle offer a variety of activity and discovery holidays to suit all interests, catering for couples to singles, families and groups. There are six different activity holiday packages to choose from which include, Walking/Hiking, Equestrian, Historical/Archaeological, Watersports, Eco-Marine and Fishing/Angling. You can decide on one activity for the week or better still if you are interseted in trying something new why not choose to sample some of the many activites tourdingle have to offer....
A section of the famous Tralee to Dingle Light Railway (1891-1953), was restored to allow you to experience first hand the thrill of what it is like to be a passenger in a steam train. This is a must for adults and children alike. It is advisable to contact prior to arranging your visit as the staem train is not always open to the public....
The Great Blasket Island, located off the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, is known for its historic, cultural and literary heritage. In the 1920's and 1930's, native Blasket writers produced books which have become classics of their kind. As its young people continued to emigrate, the Blasket community declined. The island was abandoned in 1953 when only 22 inhabitants remained. The state of the art Blasket Centre, on the mainland in Dun Chaoin, celebrates the islanders and their unique literary achievements. It's dedicated to the native Irish language. The average length of a visit is one hour. The Centre is fully accessible for visitors with disabilities and it's open for bookings during the winter, please telephone....
Arrestingly sited on a ridge where it commands the attention of travellers on the road south-east of Waterville, this is one of the more accessible alignments in a county which affords several fine examples. Its four monumental stones, up to 10 feet in height, extend east to west for 30 feet. This appears to have been part of a more complex structure. There are traces of an enclosure, or possibly the base of a cairn, on the south side, as well as what looks like remnants of a megalithic tomb adjoining the alignment. According to local tradition, this is the burial place of the wife of Amergin, chief of the legendary Milesian invaders. It is interesting to note that the date given in the annuals for their arrival in Ireland, c 1700 BC, corresponds with the period to which one would expect this monument to belong. Alignments, called stone rows in Britain, are well represented in the counties of Cork and Kerry, where perhaps fifty are known. They are usually built on elevated ground and often appear conspicuous on the skyline, which may have been a necessary part of their function....
Saint Brendan, the Navigator chose Ardfert to be the site of his monastery. Today you will find three medieval churches, an ogham stone and a number of early Christian grave slabs in the site. This is a fine example of an Irish medieval church. Dating back to the 12th century examine the cathedrals west doorway which is Romanesque in design. Developments to the cathedral were continuous which can be seen with its magnificent 13th century east window and a spectacular row of nine lancets in the south wall. Two statues were added in the late 13th to early 14th century and are of ecclesiastical figures. These are mounted on either side of the east window. The battlements were added in the 15th century. One of the smaller churches has been carefully restored and turned into a thriving visitors centre under the care of Duchas. Why not visit here and you will learn more about Saint Brendan, his monastery and about Ardfert....
Listed among the top tourist attractions in Ireland, situated in the heart of the beautiful Killarney National Park and found close to the shore of Killarney’s lower lake is Muckross House, one of Ireland's largest stately homes. Built in 1843, Muckross House was the epitome of a typical 17th century mansion. Then in preparation for Queen Victoria’s visit in 1861, some elaborate renovations were made, making the house the wonderful spectacle that it is today. Today the rooms that you can see are furnished in period style and expose the elegant lifestyle of the 19th century landowning class, the houses last residents. When you come to the house you can also see the servants living quarters, which are, located deep down in the basement. The house itself is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is an ideal place to go for a walk! Admire the houses fine collections of azaleas and rhododendrons, its extensive water garden, and an outstanding rock garden made out of limestone....
A ringfort with a clay wall four feet high and lined with stones. Near the south side are the foundations of a beehive hut. The original entrance was probably on the west, and five stones still stand outside. Inside is an Ogham stone with tie inscription D....A.... AVI DALAGNI later superseded by EQQEGGNI MAQI MAQI-CARRATTINN....