Wicklow

 

Glendalough is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Wicklow. Glendalough   means The Glen of the Two Lakes is one of the most popular visitor attractions in Ireland. The ancient monastery on the site was founded in the 6th century by St. Kevin and includes a memorable round tower, stone churches and decorated crosses. The remains of three stone crosses and a stone fort are also to be found in the area

 

Powerscourt House & Gardens is located in a stunning natural setting at Enniskerry and dates from the mid-18th century, overlooking wonderful terraced gardens and an ornamental lake. Nearby is Powerscourt waterfall, the highest waterfall in Ireland

 

Ardmore Studios has played host to Fred Astaire, Sean Connery, Mel Gibson, Meryl Streep and Matthew McConnaughy to name just a few.

 

The Wicklow Mountains are the largest continuous upland area in Ireland stretching through Wicklow, Carlow, Wexford and Dublin.