August 17 – Skibbereen

Another fine day in Ireland with clear skies and fantastic weather. We started off with an in depth and moving history of the Irish potato famine at the Skibbereen Heritage Center. Afterwards, we visited the mass graves from the famine at Abbeystrowry and to say that was moving is an understatement. From there we visited the ancient Dromberg Stone Circle to learn about the ruins. To finish off the afternoon we visited the picturesque city of Glandore for lunch in what felt and looked like the Mediterranean. After a nice break a few of headed to the Church Restaurant before heading to the hotel pub for some Irish music and dance lessons. What a day!

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