Showing posts with label Ireland. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ireland. Show all posts

Monday, 28 November 2016

The Anglophone World: More than Meets the Eye



Which country does each of these pictures represent? What do you know about them? It's time for you to know more about the Anglophone World, but let's do it while having fun. Are you ready? Click on the image and start discovering new cultures.





















The English language is spoken in a vast number of territories, not only in the UK and the US. 






However, very little is normally taught about the other English speaking countries. Luckily you will be able to explore this fascinating blog which brings you closer to traditions, monuments and history from other parts of the English speaking world.























Of course, this is a resource from which you can benefit, but we are sure we can learn many things from you too. So feel free to comment on the posts, as well as to share any related material. 


Let's get it started!

Saturday, 26 November 2016

Jump into Ireland

Its green hills, impressive cliffs and beautiful coastlines are enough of a reason for any traveller to pack their bags immediately, but if you are still on the fence about travelling to Ireland, here is a way for you to move around and explore what its magical capital, Dublin, has to offer. Click on the images for a 3D tour in which you can explore some of its most famous landmarks

The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, also known as Christ Church Cathedral, was founded in 1030, which makes It the oldest Cathedral in Dublin. It is located in its medieval heart, next to Wood Quay, the riverside area of Dublin.



The Old Jameson Distillery was originally established in 1780, and destilled Jameson Irish whiskey until 1971. In 1997 it became a tourist attraction with guided tours, a bar, a restaurant, a gift shop and even tutored whiskey tastings. It receives between 300.000 and 350.000 visitors each year.