Did you know that Ireland has the St. Patrick’s Way? If you have been on the Camino de Santiago and want more, we recommend this one. If you also like astrology, horse riding or archeology, keep reading because you will fall in love with this country.
We name the experiences that Ireland has prepared for you to enjoy. From Horse we warn you that the experiences of Ireland 2021 that will not leave you indifferent.
Brú na Bóinnees: Discover Ireland’s archaeological mysteries
The archaeological history of Ireland is located in County Meathyfamoso, specifically in the archaeological complex Brú na Bóinnees where we can find the sites of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowht, built more than 5,000 years ago.
Sunrise in Newgrange, Ireland.
After a major architectural renovation of its visitor center, an immersive experience for the spectator will be inaugurated this year. This complex was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Newgrande, Ireland.
This new stage of the exhibition will also contain a large-scale replica of the Newgrange burial chamber. This chamber is famous for accurately marking the winter sunrise, with its illumination at each winter solstice.
OM dark sky Park and Observatory: The magic of the stars
One of the most enriching novelties of this 2021 in Ireland, will be in OM Dark Sky Park and Observatory. This unique place, located in Northern Ireland, and under the stars of Davagh Forest, has been created to enjoy Irish astro-tourism like never before.
Om Dark Sky Park and Irlanda Observatory.
This space, will allow us to relax enjoying the wonderful starry sky. Avoiding in this way the light pollution of the city, placing us in an exclusive natural environment.
Om Dark Sky Observatory in Ireland.
This place is not a location, it is an experience. In the Om Dark Sky you will have a large telescope through which you can admire any astronomical phenomenon you wish, this configuration is a unique experience to date. For technology lovers, it also includes holographic installations and virtual reality experiences.
The St. Patrick’s Way: Follow in the footsteps of the most famous saint
For lovers of hiking and adventure sports, the St. Patrick’s Way will be a favorite experience. Whether for religious, sporting, or spiritual reasons, in Ireland you can walk in the footsteps of its most famous saint.
St. Patrick’s Trail, Ireland.
This route combines hiking with a canoe trip. With this 6-hour itinerary, you will be able to put yourself in the shoes of St. Patrick. The route features Down Cathedral, and the first St. Patrick’s Church, Saul. This is known as the “cradle of Christianity in Ireland”. The itinerary will not only satiate you athletically, but also spiritually.
The Saint Patrick Center of Ireland
The start of this experience will begin at the Saint Patrick Center. Here, interactive exhibits and displays about the life of St. Patrick add to the quality of the tour.
The Burren: Discover a landscape from another planet
According to Lonely Planet, The Burren is one of the best places to visit this 2021. This 72,000-hectare natural area is located in County Clare, on the Atlantic Coastal Route. This limestone limestone terrain is known for its contribution to sustainable tourism.
The Burren in Ireland.
The Burren is known for its ecotourism thanks to the creation of The Burren Ecotourism Network. A network that unites both local providers of different themes and spaces as well as activities, services and accommodation. By creating an experience based on local products, they also show concern for the economic development of the region.
The Irish Racehorse Experience: The thrill of horseracing
If you are a horse lover, in Ireland this 2021 you can live the thrill of its races. The Irish Racehorse Experience, located in the National Studio will offer the most fanatical horse racing fans a journey of knowledge through the cultural history of the renowned Irish thoroughbred horse.
Exhibition on horse racing in Ireland.
The experience is narrated as the journey of a thoroughbred horse from birth to retirement. This experience may arouse the curiosity of more than one, since there is the differential point of putting yourself in the horse’s shoes.
Exhibition on horse racing in Ireland.
But the experience does not end here, by participating in this unique experience we will have the option to enter an interactive auction to learn more about the theme and learn about jockey training, the anatomy of the beloved horse, and experience first-hand the unique atmosphere of a race. The tour will be available in multiple languages.
Game of Thrones Studio Tour: The first Game of Thrones park
In Northern Ireland, specifically in Linen Mill Studios, Bandbridge, originates the first theme park of the beloved series Game of Thrones. This park will open in Ireland this 2021, and will attract the attention of all fans and those interested in the series, as the experience it offers is unique in the world.
Game of Thrones Tour in Ireland.
In this unprecedented experience, fans of the series will be able to contemplate a wide sample of costumes, accessories, and weapons that were used in the successful blockbuster. This exhibition will feature the great Great Hall of Winterfell as a central element, and will continue with a tour of fully decorated sets. These sets will guide us tracing a thrilling path through King’s Landing, reaching the Wall itself.
First museum of the Game of Thrones saga in Ireland.
This park has been originated under a license from Warner Brothers Consumer Products, and created by HBO Licensing Retail. A visit to this theme park will be an exclusive experience, as it will be the only permanent park officially licensed by the series itself.
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