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History and Heritage

The Shannon has always played a part in Irish history from early time through the vikings and the Napoleanic wars.
Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Boa Island on lough Erne

Boa Island on lough Erne

Nestled in the picturesque waters of Lough Erne in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, lies Boa Island, a small but historically significant landmass.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - White Island, lough Erne

White Island, lough Erne

White island is renowned for its ancient monastic site, dating back to the early Christian period.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Devenish Island, lough Erne

Devenish Island, lough Erne

Beyond its historical treasures, Devenish Island is a haven for wildlife and natural beauty.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Enniskillen Castle

Enniskillen Castle

Enniskillen Castle was constructed around 1428 by Hugh ‘The Hospitable’ Maguire, the chieftain of the powerful Maguire clan.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Athlone Castle

Athlone Castle

Trace the footprints of the generations who shaped this place. From early settlements and warring chieftains to foreign invaders and local heroes.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise

St Ciarán founded his monastery on the banks of the River Shannon in the 6th Century. The monastery flourished and became a great seat of learning, a University of its time with students from all over Europe.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Portumna Castle & Gardens

Portumna Castle & Gardens

Built by the fourth earl of Clanricarde, Portumna Castle was the de Burgo family power base for centuries.

Shannon Cruising Holidays Blog - Holy Island

Holy Island

Nestled in the serene waters of Lough Derg in County Clare, Ireland, Holy Island, or Inis Cealtra as it's known in Irish, is a site of profound historical and spiritual significance.