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1 WICKLOW BR NA B INNE trim CASTLE M E D I E VA L C I T Y. GAOL. WICKLOW 133 NEWGRANGE. 163 M E AT H 111 W AT E R F O R D 4. Once renowned for its brutality Older than Stonehenge, and Boldly standing just south of Waterford city , originally a Viking and the harsh conditions, today just as mysterious. Older than the River Boyne and dramatically settlement, presents narrow this historic gaol opens its doors the Pyramids of Giza, and just silhouetted against an ever- streets and MEDIEVAL walls of to ghost and paranormal tours. as significant. Although termed changing Irish sky, it's easy to the Viking Triangle. Actors offer an account of the a passage tomb, Newgrange is see what inspired the creators of cruel and grim world in which the much more than that. It is a place Braveheart to film at trim CASTLE . A city steeped in history is today prisoners lived. In sharp contrast of ancient astrological, spiritual As the largest Anglo-Norman a flourishing port featuring to the beauty of its surrounding and ceremonial importance CASTLE in Ireland, its walls portray three premier visitor attractions.

2 Landscape, the air is heavy with that fascinates archaeologists a story of ancient power and The Waterford Crystal Visitor the presence of a grisly history to this day. Touch the stones of wealth beyond the Pale. Centre, the Waterford Museum of that is sure to chill. this enigma and try to solve the Treasures and Waterford Walking riddle that these elusive Neolithic Tour as well as Christ Church people left behind. Cathedral and Reginald's Tower. Monaghan 65. Monaghan Cavan 161 Carlingford 182. 109 Dundalk 65 Cavan Louth Longford Battle of the Boyne 100X. 65. Kells Longford 111 Meath Drogheda trim CASTLE 190 163 Br na B inne Slane trim Westmeath 70. 101 100X. 70 Hill of Tara Mullingar 111 Airport 109. 2, 4. 70. Athlone Clonmacnoise 101. 115 100X. 72. Edenderry Dublin 120. Offaly 120. Birr Tullamore Kildare 133. X8 Powerscourt Birr CASTLE Kildare 4 2. X8 WICKLOW Gaol 72. Laois Glendalough WICKLOW Portlaoise WICKLOW Nenagh 133. Carlow 2. X8 Arklow Map is not to scale Tipperary Carlow 4.

3 Kilkenny 2. CASTLE Kilkenny Enniscorthy Rock of Cashel Cashel Kilkenny CASTLE Limerick Enniscorthy Dunbrody Famine Ship Lough Gur X8 2. New Ross Carrick-on-Suir 370 Wexford 40. 245. Wexford Museum of Rosslare Mitchelstown Treasures Waterford Lismore Waterford 366 40. Lismore Hook Lighthouse CASTLE Dungarvan Cork X8. Cloghroe 40 215 40. Blarney Cork CASTLE Ireland's Ancient East Bus ireann Expressway Coach Service BUY YOUR TICKET AT Bus ireann Local Bus Service OR IN SELECTED STATIONS. R E A S O N S T O T R AV E L. BLARNEY ROCK OF WITH BUS IREANN. ENNISCORTHY. CASTLE CASHEL. WEXFORD 2 CORK 215 TIPPERARY X8 We're Connected: The only Irish bus company that offers a nationwide network of bus services across Ireland. Unlimited Travel: With our Hop on Hop off Open Road bus ticket you can avail of three days unlimited travel out of six consecutive days on all our Expressway, Rural and city bus services. From Augustus Pugin's Blarney CASTLE is a real gem of Stunning and spectacular, cathedral, to the River Slaney, Irish history.

4 Every year tourists the Rock of Cashel sits atop Enniscorthy is as beautiful as from around the globe come a lush green hill that rises Freedom: Create your own itinerary, and discover it is steeped in history. Take in to see the legendary stone of from a grassy plain. Its Gothic Ireland's Ancient East the way you want to. the magnificent Anglo-Norman eloquence, and stay for so much cathedral, MEDIEVAL monastery, CASTLE , or Vinegar Hill, the site more. Get lost in the labyrinth Romanesque chapel, round of much bloodshed during the of underground passages in the tower and iconic high crosses Real Comfort: Sit back and relax in our extra comfort 1798 Rising. Experience the great CASTLE 's dungeons, picnic in the make it one of the most seats, and witness the spectacular views and enchanting restaurants, pubs and nightlife magnificent gardens of the estate remarkable collections of Celtic stories of Ireland's Ancient East from on board one of our that make this town so charming.

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7 Those who wish to have their imagination captivated by the remnants of ANCIENT EAST. festivals. This is a place for the culturally curious, the adventurous, and R OU TE 2 D U B LIN GOR EY WEXFOR D. have charmed and intrigued generations. A region of rich land, food and Ireland's Ancient East, where the past inspires the present and legends IRELAND'S R OU TE 1 3 3 D U B LIN A SH FOR D WIC K LOW. OPEN ROAD EXPERIENCE ANCIENT EAST. HIT THE IRELAND'S. WEXFORD WAT E R F O R D. Experience the awe-inspiring castles, beaches and lakes situated in Ireland's oldest town, Waterford's enchanting past and abundance of the luscious landscape that Vikings, Normans and mighty kings once cosy pubs and entertainment make for a culturally unique experience. called home. Whether you wish to stroll along the shore and visit one Make sure to visit Reginald's Tower, the iconic landmark where the of the world's oldest lighthouses at Hook Peninsula, or taste the best of marriage of Strongbow and Aoife took place, one of the defining events seasonal produce at the Strawberry Festival, Wexford strikes a balance in our country's narrative.

8 Between the enigmatic old and the vibrant new. When in Cork When In Dublin Route 40 From the Jameson Distillery in Midleton, to the picturesque Route 2 There is no shortage of interesting stops along Route 2. coastal town of Youghal, the journey from Cork to Waterford is filled Like the seafaring town of Arklow, where one of the most ferocious with history, scenery and culture. Trace your way along the Viking battles of the 1798 Irish Rebellion took place. Or Gorey, a market town Triangle, see the antiquities of Waterford's Museum of Treasures where theatre and music, old and new, take centre stage. And last but and marvel at the fine craftsmanship that made Waterford Crystal a not least, Enniscorthy CASTLE . An impressive grey-stone Norman CASTLE household name. that's seen knights, poets and Cromwellian battles pass through its doors. The Waterford Greenway is a spectacular 46km off-road cycling and walking trail along an old railway line which operated from 1878 and is considered one of the most scenic routes in the country.

9 This new tourist amenity features 11 bridges, three viaducts and a 400-metre tunnel and runs between Ireland's oldest city of Waterford, Mount Congreve, Kilmeaden, Kilmacthomas, and Dungarvan. CORK M E AT H. Fondly known as the People's Republic. Cork is a thriving metropolis Nicknamed the Royal County' Meath is home to some of Ireland's most of rebels and locals. If theatre, music, history, art and gourmet food historically significant sites that have stood for over 5,000 years. Revel are your thing, then look no further than the Southern edge of Ireland's in the mysteries of Newgrange and the Hill of Tara, that have bewildered Ancient East. and fascinated people from all over the world. Route 215 Hop on the 215 and head to the charming tudor-style When in Dublin village of Blarney. Make sure to kiss the infamous Blarney Stone, and Begin your story in Dublin, with the Book of Kells, and find the next obtain the greatest of all Irish gifts the gift of the gab!

10 Chapters along the way to Meath. Why not hop off in the MEDIEVAL town of Drogheda, and see St. Laurence's Gate, one of the finest barbicans Route 40 Wander around the bustling heart of this waterside city , and in Europe. visit the English Market in the city centre where you can excite your taste buds with all the culinary delights that Cork has to offer. Route 109 Take Route 109 to see the ancient Norman fort of Navan. Wine and dine like the great lordships that once lived here. Finally, visit the Abbey at Kells, birthplace of one of our nation's greatest historical treasures, an illuminated manuscript painstakingly scribed by monks onto calfskin in the 9th century.