Whilst many visitors to Ireland are familiar with Dublin and attractions such as the Giant’s Causeway, the West is often unjustly overlooked. Yet its superb scenery, gastronomic delights and charming locals make this area a real hidden gem. We’re sharing 10 of our favourite photos from our recent West Ireland trip to inspire your wanderlust.
Ballynahinch Castle This superb hotel has a fascinating history. Ballynahinch Castle was previously the home of Prince Ranjitsinhji, Maharajah of Nawanager. He was an accomplished cricketer who batted on the England team with W.G. Grace and loved fly fishing. He was the first head of state to visit the Irish Free State in 1924. Today, his former home is a luxury hotel with a myriad of outdoor activities. We’ll be writing about it in detail in an upcoming post. Connemara ponies These handsome ponies are specific to the area of Connemara and they excel at show..The post West Ireland in 10 Big Photos to Inspire Your Wanderlust appeared first on Luxury Columnist.