The unique and natural beauty of Wicklow that continues to attract filmmakers from all over the world
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The creation of the intricate Kalachakra Mandala is one of the Buddhism’s most distinctive and beautiful traditions
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It’s not just about getting from A to B; train travel has a glamour of its own
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue How the son of an Irish tenant farmer rose from journeyman carpenter to become the architect of the world’s most famous house James Hoban, born in 1758, was the son of an…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue In the early 18th century the influence of the Italian architect Andrea Palladio swept through Ireland and was soon to become synonymous with architectural excellence and the preferred style for the luxurious…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue With the increasing popularity of staycations, many of us have come to realise that when in search of natural beauty, we need look no further than our own little country. Here are…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue We humans are generally creatures of habit and seek comfort in regular rituals such as eating identical breakfasts every day, doing the same grocery shop at the same store week in and…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue The world is full of so many magical places, some so extraordinary that it’s difficult to believe they actually exist on Planet Earth. These breathtaking travel destinations are some of nature’s most…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue Made popular well over a century ago, fountain pens were once much admired for their innovation and quickly became the must-have gadget of the day. They were a status symbol for executives…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue Everyone is talking about the benefits of mindfulness these days, a practice that has its roots in Buddhist contemplative practices, a form of training of the mind through meditation. A wealth of…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue Folklore and fairy-tales allow us to explore to the furthest reaches of our imaginations with some of the most romantic and delightful stories ever told. However, at the core of these wonderful…
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Words Dolores O’Donoghue More than just storage spaces for books, libraries have always been important institutions for enriching minds and passing on wisdom. They also provide a facility where we learn new words, think new…