It’s not just about getting from A to B; train travel has a glamour of its own
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Architecture
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From ancient stepping stones to modern marvels of engineering
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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 Tom Weber For over a millennium, the Most Serene Republic of Venice (La Serenissima) was a wealthy, majestic and innovative maritime power. A leader in trade and diplomacy between Europe and the Orient, Venice uniquely…
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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 Jean Flitcroft Traditionally the address of Dublin’s social elite, the iconic Georgian core is once again becoming a vibrant residential hub Dublin’s magnificent Georgian townhouses, in particular those around the historic squares, are loved by…
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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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When holidaying in Madeira, most visitors will like to base themselves in the capital, Funchal, a picturesque and welcoming city that overlooks the main harbour and is close to all the historic and natural attractions…
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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…