Ireland is filled with historical sites and monuments. The 'Emerald Isle' always has something new in store for those who venture there and are eager to learn about its fascinating past. Many sites have a mystical past told through legends of gods, goddesses, and supernatural beings, and the sites often became sacred to Christian converts and saints. You can spend weeks exploring the country, but if you are visiting the capital, Dublin, there are many sites to visit on a day trip.
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