Afternoon Bus Tour of Slea Head Drive, Dingel Peninsula
Gallarus Oratory, Dingel Peninsula. This stone building, called a rubble monastery, is about 1300 years old. Settlements near the building were destroyed by later Viking and Norman invaders.
I did a bit of catching up this AM. I haven't been to that part of Ireland, but that country is so lush and green and beautiful. That bird rock was quite craggy too. Isn't that a great and quite descriptive word, craggy? Have a fun journey.
I bet that the settlements near monastery were a big deal back in the day, and then along came invaders and destroyed them. That reminds me that life has always been difficult and that civilizations come and go; this is somehow reassuring to me in these times we live in.
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Like a tiny little quonset hut made of fieldstones!
Lovely Ireland! Are you there now? or was this a trip in the past?
Happy May!
Lisca
I did a bit of catching up this AM. I haven't been to that part of Ireland, but that country is so lush and green and beautiful. That bird rock was quite craggy too. Isn't that a great and quite descriptive word, craggy? Have a fun journey.
What beautiful territory!
Ohhh this is just gorgeous. What a magnificent trip.
I bet that the settlements near monastery were a big deal back in the day, and then along came invaders and destroyed them. That reminds me that life has always been difficult and that civilizations come and go; this is somehow reassuring to me in these times we live in.
It was one of our favorite scenic drives and spot on the Dingle Peninsula. Take care, enjoy your day and the new week ahead.
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