Where to go in March

March - the best time to travel to Ireland A fun and positive want at any time of year, but in March, it seems, this is particularly lacking after a winter of blizzards and bad weather. And where are able to have fun better than in Ireland? Also in March - the most exciting time in the Emerald Isle: the whole country, and together with her and all the Irish peace March 17 roughly mark the national holiday - the Day of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. This day, along with a green shamrock and the famous Guinness beer has become synonymous with all the Irish in the world. And although the Irish weather in March may be an unpleasant surprise, it did not interfere with fun - the Irish are not of those who will be depressed because of such trifles as bad forecast meteorologist. At the celebration in Dublin, Cork, Galway and other towns and villages of Ireland attracts thousands of visitors. Dublin At first glance, quite obvious that the Dublin - one of the most popular European cities. It is not as challenging glamor, as most major European cities, urban architecture rather messy, and themselves Dubliners are too simple, open, and pretty intemperate for sophisticated metropolitan gentlemen and ladies. Yet it is these little things and make Dublin a very special place. Often it is called the most charismatic of all the capitals of Europe, and, having been here a day or two, unwittingly agrees. Dublin Dublin - a city with more than a thousand years of history and interesting customs and traditions. It stretches along both banks of the numerous bridges cross the River Liffey, which outlines and determine the original form of Dublin. The central part of town you can easily explore on foot, it is rich in historic buildings, from ancient cathedrals to gracious buildings of the last century. As in any other such ancient city, the first of entertainment for the first time entering the tourists - visiting the countless attractions of the old prison and fanned by the ancient legends of castles to the birthplaces of famous poets and writers. Dublin Castle Dublin Castle was founded in 1204 by order of King John, who asked him to build a fortress, which would be convenient enough for the purposes of administration of the city. Over the following centuries, was added to the numerous additions and changes were made, and so many times that as a result of the original structure remained only Norman tower. Incidentally, the premises of an ancient castle and still used for various public events. For example, here in 1938 is traditionally held the inauguration ceremony of President of Ireland. Trinity College, the main entrance Another prominent place in Dublin - Trinity College, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. This is the oldest temple of science Ireland is one of the seven oldest schools English-speaking world. The list of his students at one time were listed such prominent figures as Jonathan Swift, Samuel Beckett, Oscar Wilde and many others, subsequently famous, thinkers and writers. At very large campus has many interesting buildings, beautiful manicured lawns, cobbled square. Inside the college is also one of the oldest in the world of libraries. Its main treasure - the famous Book of Kells, dating from VIII century and is considered the oldest come down to us a handwritten book, in addition, also the most beautiful in terms of art. It is situated in the famous Long Gallery of the college. It also exposed a host of other legendary manuscripts. Long gallery Trinty College, The most famous Irish beer and a symbol of the feast of St. Patrick's - Guinness, one of the most famous Irish brands. Now it is all over the world, but there is at the heart of Dublin at St James's Gate, the place where once Arthur Guinness started his business in 1759 in the Museum of Beer Guinness Beer Guinness Museum in Dublin - one of the most visited places the Irish capital. Glass atrium of the museum is shaped like a beer glass and passes through all seven floors of the museum. Each floor is devoted to some phase of the production of Guinness beer, from the history of the brand and information about who drank the first pint, up to the brewing process. And on the seventh floor of the bar is "Gravity", where you can drink his share of the famous beer or soft drink (for those who for various reasons, the beer does not drink), which is included in the price. Galway artistic and somewhat bohemian Galway is one of the most vibrant cities in Ireland. The city center is full of brightly decorated pubs and cafes, of whom pulled out fiery rhythms of live music, the sounds of fiddles, banjos, bagpipes, harpsichord, guitar. Directly on the streets of many passers-by entertained by jugglers, artists, poets, puppeteers and jugglers in bizarre masks and costumes. Numerous celebrations and festivals in Galway, it seems seamlessly flow from one to another, never leaving the city without a reason for joy. But the main event of March - this is without a doubt, the St Patrick's Day. A lot of charm to this place and give superb landscapes surrounding the city, including the Cliffs of Moher and the amazing and most beautiful in the country of Connemara National Park. Abbey Kaylmor in Connemara National Park in Galway falls just an incredible amount of rain, even the Irish standards. It is a city in which residents instead of the forecast tomorrow is rain "can be heard" by tomorrow the rain will not. " But, despite the fact that the rainy weather - an indispensable attribute of Galway, there is nobody overshadows upbeat mood, especially during the numerous festivals and celebrations. And Galway is often called the most Irish of all Irish towns, besides it is almost the only place in Ireland where you're bound to hear in the streets and pubs of the Irish question, the rest of the country speaks mostly in English. One of the bridges crossing the River Corrib in the heart of Galway Galway streets are full of history coming alive, here and there among the modern buildings grow up remains of medieval city walls and ancient buildings. But at the same time there is lack of modern light and noise. And all because almost a quarter of the city's population are students - located in Galway National University of Ireland. In the local stores and shops you can buy a lot of great things, some will not find anywhere else - from the famous kladahskih rings and Aran sweaters to traditional musical instruments and book rarities. View of the Cathedral Golueysky One of the most prominent corners - located near Galway, and within the top ten recommended places to visit Ireland's Cliffs of Moher, the applicant for entry in the list of seven new wonders of the world. They rise from the ocean about 200 meters, have a length of about eight kilometers, and it looks extremely picturesque. Cliffs of Moher Formed many layers of rock core from which sandstone and shale cliffs stood unchanged for millions of years. Different breeds like the palm can be seen from the front of the rocks, so if you want them to easily learn the basics of geology. Cork between freedom-loving and ambitious Cork and Dublin metropolitan eternally existed rivalry. Most of the inhabitants of Cork, the city called it as "the People's Republic of Cork", and consider themselves not at all like the other residents of the Emerald Isle. Cork, Cork - very lively, active, full of music, theater and other cultural content of the city. In 2005 he was elected as the Cultural Capital of Europe, and thus officially confirmed the reputation of the cultural city of Ireland, and at the same time was an occasion to reiterate its advantage over Dublin. And Cork is famous for its cuisine and is considered as much a gastronomic capital of Ireland. Cork Harbour, Cork was founded by St. Finbarr in the VI century and originally existed as a monastic settlement. He stood on the island, limited arms of the River Lee, but then, of course, greatly expanded, so that at the present time, the island is a historic city center, which is connected by bridges to newer areas. Cork Harbour - one of the largest natural harbors in the world, and the city is considered a major seaport in Ireland, where ships come from all over the world. St. Finbarr's Cathedral Cork's main street - the street of St. Patrick's Day, which is often referred to as the local Pan. She is known for interesting buildings with original architectural solutions and countless shops. Rue St. Patrick was twice awarded as the best shopping street in Ireland. St Patrick's Street One of the main local attractions - watching the little hill town with Old Fort, or Shendon (from staroirlandskogo "Old Fort"). Shendon - one of the 28 once surrounded the ancient settlements of Cork. The main tower is composed of two kinds of rocks: the north and east side - from the red sandstone, and the south and west - of white limestone. And which side you would not come to Shendonu will be seen both types of stones, so the people of Cork and chose these colors to represent their city. Top of the tower mounted wind vane in the form of salmon Shendon Famous also for its bells, which play the melody of "The Bells Shendona and their unusual hours, was nicknamed" chetyrehliky liar "because each of the four dials show different times. 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