The Grade I Listed castle's earliest parts dating back to the 12th century, and over the years, this was developed into the current structure with later additions in the 17th, 19th and 20th centuries.

The Book of Kells, the 9th-century illuminated gospel ... After a visit to Dublin Castle, we (20 of us in a 65-seater coach) head to Kilkenny on the banks of the River Nore. Kilkenny Castle ...

Alnwick Castle played a starring role as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films and has just re-opened for the season until October, so visitors can take a tour to learn about the centuries of history ...

Along with her musical partners — veteran pianists Katia and Marielle Labèque and electronics wiz and composer David Chalmin — Hannigan has fallen under the spell of the 12th century German ...

Newgrange and Kilkenny Castle, bringing history to life in a unique and engaging way. Global VAM, a Belmullet-based XR company that specialises in creating immersive experiences, worked closely with ...

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In a moment reminiscent of Pope John Paul II's 1978 installation Mass, the new pope said, in Italian, "Be not afraid! Welcome the call of the church and of Christ the Lord." ...