Roche Castle in County Louth is the first destination. It dates from the thirteenth century, and its particularity is that it was built by a woman named Rohesia de Verdon. Legend has it that following the murder of her husband in France, she convinced the builder to complete the construction while promising to become his ►
Roche Castle in County Louth is the first destination. It dates from the thirteenth century, and its particularity is that it was built by a woman named Rohesia de Verdon. Legend has it that following the murder of her husband in France, she convinced the builder to complete the construction while promising to become his wife. However, instead of marrying him at the end of the work, she gave him an appointment on the ramparts and threw him from above. Overlooking the surrounding countryside and this place's captivating silence, the Roche is now considered the chateau of the Black Widow. Above all, its magnificent remains, two imposing towers, and triangular shape, among others, can be admired.
Visitors must go to County Kilkenny to admire its fort. It was erected in the twelfth century and is now considered a complex structure comprising various styles of architecture. Indeed, after several renovations, rooms such as the Entrance Corridor, the Small Ladies' Room, the Dining Room, the Vestibule or the Tapestry Room and the library, among others, can be visited. For the history part, Kilkenny was the principal Irish residence of the Butler family for almost 600 years. Also, in 1391, the Butlers were forced to barricade themselves in one of the chambers with the Perkinese, as the forces of the Free State of Ireland had besieged the fortress.
A stop at Blarney Castle in County Cork is essential for a bit of magic. It is set in a beautiful countryside, and this partially ruined building tells a magical story. It was built in the fifteenth century; legend indicates that when a kiss is placed on the Blarney Stone, one receives the gift of eloquence. Thus, all those who want to visit this magical place can try this experience. But there are more; it is possible to go and see the dungeon of the labyrinth of underground passages. The watchtower is not to be outdone by those who want to admire the view around them.
Huntington Castle in County Carlow is a place of enchantment and beauty. Its gardens, the Temple of the Goddess Isis, and the magnificent tapestry room will amaze any traveler. The castle offers a unique experience, allowing visitors to spend a night in one of its luxurious rooms and bask in the romance that emanates from this fort. ◄
