Ireland County Wicklow Ireland

Wicklow Mountains National Park

A sprawling Irish national park known for its glaciated valleys, serene lakes, and diverse wildlife set within a stunning upland area.

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Seek out the faeries and the folklore of the Emerald Isle by moving south from Dublin’s foot-stomping taverns to the wild Wicklow Mountains. It’s a land that’s long inspired Ireland’s legends and myths, where plains of gryke-laden stone and schist rise to barren peaks and drop to cold lake waters. The idyllic country valley of Glendalough is one of the main highlights, thanks largely to the historic pilgrim’s route of St. Kevin’s Way.

jrfrancis 3 years ago

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