Conn
Conn is the youngest of the famous ‘Children of Lir’. He has three older siblings: his sister, Fionnuala, his brother, Aodh and his twin, Fiachra. The story of Conn and his family has been recorded as one of the most tragic and sorrowful tales in Irish history. They lived quite happily on ‘the Hill of […]
The Dagda
The Dagda was a significant deity of the Tuatha dé Danann. The literal meaning of the Dagda is ‘good god’, but he was also known as Eochaid Ollathair, which means ‘All-Father’. He is depicted as a giant with a ferocious appetite, which equalled his wisdom and generosity. He was considered the protector of the tribe […]
Galway University Hospital
Galway University Hospital, located in the heart of Galway city, is one of the largest healthcare facilities in the west of Ireland. It serves as a centre for medical education and research, as well as providing essential care to the local community. One notable feature associated with the hospital is the Nurses’ Home Clock. Situated […]
Caithinghearn
Irish mythology and folklore are rich with tales featuring saints, deities, and mystical animals. Among these figures, Caithinghearn stands out for her dual identity—appearing both as a saintly figure and as a Goddess associated with cats. Saint Caithinghearn is a lesser-known figure in Ireland, occasionally mentioned in local legends as a woman of exceptional compassion, […]
Donn
Donn is one of the most enigmatic and significant figures in Irish mythology, often referred to as the Lord of the Dead. His legend is steeped in the ancient beliefs of the Irish people and provides valuable insight into how the Celts viewed death, the afterlife, and the spiritual realm. Donn’s enduring mythological legacy continues […]
Hannah The Horrible
Laura had been best friends with Hannah McCormack since preschool, always inseparable, sharing secrets, clothes, and laughter. Everything changed in 5th class when Hannah’s family suddenly became wealthy. After that, Hannah wasn’t the same. She lost her friendly vibe, and their friendship suffered. Hannah drifted away from Laura. She started hanging out with the popular […]
Orla the Owl
High atop the windswept peaks of Sliabh na Cailleach, where ancient stones whisper secrets, and the mists roll endlessly, dwells Orla the Owl. More than just a watchful creature of the night, Orla is renowned as the steadfast guardian of these mystical hills and the cherished friend of the legendary Cailleach herself. Sliabh na Cailleach, […]
The Mad Sweeney
Mad Sweeney, known in Irish as Suibhne Geilt, is one of the most captivating figures from Irish mythology and medieval literature. His story is a unique blend of legend, poetry, and religious commentary, reflecting the complexities of Ireland’s cultural and historical heritage. Over centuries, Mad Sweeney has appeared in folklore, literature, and modern reinterpretations, making […]
Sliabh na Cailleach
Sliabh na Cailleach, meaning ‘The Cailleach’s mountain’, is a range of hills and ancient cairns near Oldcastle, County Meath, Ireland. The summit reaches 276 metres (906 ft), making it the highest point in the county. On the hilltops are approximately twenty cairns, some of which are decorated with rare megalithic art, constructed around 3,500 BC. […]
Sliabh Dá Éan
Sliabh Dá Ean is the name of a group of four distinctive peaks in the easternmost part of the Ox Mountains in County Sligo. The hills, Sliabh Dárgan, Sliabh Dá Eán, Aghamore Cairn, and Cailleach a Vera’s House, each feature a Neolithic cairn. Sliabh Dá Eán’s cairn measures about 15 metres in diameter and is […]
