As St. Brigid's Day approaches on the 1st of February, the birthplace of Ireland’s beloved matron saint invites visitors to celebrate this special occasion and immerse themselves in the rich ...

By Courtney Mares Rome Newsroom, Feb 1, 2024 / 06:00 am Ireland on Thursday is celebrating the 1,500th anniversary of the death of St. Brigid of Kildare, the Emerald Isle’s female patron saint.

KEVIN At Glendalough (valley of two lakes) in County Wicklow, visitors can wander through the remains of a monastic settlement that for 500 years was one of Ireland's greatest centers of learning.

L to R: St. Brigid’s Well, Ireland, coastal view from a drone; portrait of St. Brigid by Patrick Joseph Tuohy (photo: Shutterstock and public domain) Dana Scallon Blogs August 14, 2024 ...

So it has made its full journey.” St Brigid’s well is located a short walk from the Cliffs of Moher. and is blessed in a ceremony on February 1 each year.

1/5 ASSOCIATED PRESS A statue of St. Patrick stands in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin. The stained-glass window depicts the life of the fifth-century saint who brought Christianity to Ireland.

The waters of St. Declan’s well are said to possess healing powers, especially for aching joints and backs. And every year, pilgrims flock to Ardmore to celebrate his feast day on July 24.

At Glendalough (valley of two lakes) in County Wicklow, visitors can wander through the remains of a monastic settlement that for 500 years was one of Ireland's greatest centers of learning.

The waters of St. Declan’s well are said to possess healing powers, especially for aching joints and backs. And every year pilgrims flock to Ardmore to celebrate his feast day on July 24 and ...