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| Glendalough |
Today we had an amazing adventure! We headed up to Glendalough, which means "Glen of Two Lakes". It is located in a beautiful glacial valley in County Wicklow, Ireland. Glendalough is renowned for its Early Medieval monastic settlement. It was founded in the 6th century by Saint Kevin, a hermit priest. Sadly, it was destroyed in 1398 by English troops. The students had a chance to walk through the beautiful grounds, go inside the cemetery and stroll along the beautiful path on the lake. After enjoying the lovely afternoon in Glendalough, we went to Powerscourt.
Powerscourt is an Irish Estate located near Enniskerry, County Wicklow, Ireland. It is famous for its incredible mansion and beautifully landscaped gardens. Today it occupies forty-seven acres. The house was originally a 13th century castle but was altered during the 18th century by a German architect. It is now owned and run by the Slazenger (British sports brand) family. Today the students were able to enjoy the incredible view and beauty of the Powerscourt golf course, Avoca Handweavers restaurant, the incredible hotel, gorgeous gardens and the Triton Lake. The sun was beautiful today in the Wicklow mountains.
Tomorrow students will be studying hard for their final exam. After the exam it's our big end of the term Gala! Stay posted...
Rural Ireland, natural beauty, homemade scones, peaceful tour and delicious soft Irish icecream...
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| Glendalough Tower |
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| Cemetery in the Moutains, Glendalough |
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| The Irish Experience! |
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| Glendalough |
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| Irish Bagpiper, Glendalough Entrance |
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| Powerscourt! |
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| Everyone together in Powerscourt |
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| Castle "House" in Powerscourt |
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| Taking in the Sun at Powerscourt |
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| Flying Across the Gardens of Powerscourt |
