Two Castle Day

We visited two castles today. The first was Bunratty Castle, built in 1425. We toured the castle and the surrounding grounds, where you can experience the lifestyles of the craftsmen and farmers of the time. Climbing the narrow winding stairs up into the towers, it was hard to imagine doing it in a long dress, and without handrails.

This church was on the grounds at Bunratty.

Jim had to have a little fun with the cannons at the castle.  You have to grow old but you don't have to grow up!

The second castle we visited, Knappogue Castle, was just a short visit. It was too late to do the inside tour.  This one look almost modern because of the glass windows.  It had been recently restored. They were hosting a medieval dinner, which would have been fun. Maybe next time!

Everywhere we go, we see lots of color. Since spring was taking such a long time to come to Michigan, it's nice to see it here.

We finished the day with Jim's birthday dinner at the Abbey Tavern in Quin. He said it was a pretty great birthday!

Tomorrow - the Cliffs of Moher and Aran Island.