Today was yet another jammed packed day of fun and learning in Ireland. The sights that we saw and the experiences that we had were amazing. I struggle to even describe how great they were. We started our day with breakfast in the hotel and then off to the Cliffs of Moher. This was amazing. This is the rocky coast of Ireland, that at it's highest point is 700 ft. above the Atlantic Ocean. What an amazing sight. Be sure to check out the pictures, though they will not do it justice. This was a very popular spot with the students. We then moved to the Burren Region. This is an area full of limestone. The word Burren means "Great Rock". This area is full of fields of stone, caves, streams, and many types of plant life. This was another big hit with the students.
From the Burren region we had lunch and then proceeded to an ancient stone burial sight dating back over five thousand years. We wrapped up our day with a visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Bunratty Castle was built in 1425. It is surrounded by a recreated village to give the students a sense of what the Irish country life would have been like throughout history. After having time to explore the castle and the village it was time to return to the castle for a Medieval Banquet. Much to my surprise, the Lord and Lady of the House for the evening were myself, Mr. Sterk and Mrs. Sterk. This was a wonderful night filled with great food, that you ate without utensils, Medieval entertainment, and fellowship with other students. All around it was another amazing day. Tomorrow sadly is our last day to tour Ireland. We are having a great time and all students are doing very well. Happy Birthday to Ben Richards, who celebrated his birthday today in Ireland. We wrapped up the day listening to our coach driver sing "Danny Boy". We are now all in our hotel rooms and ready for another great day tomorrow, which will include kissing the Blarney Stone.
From the Burren region we had lunch and then proceeded to an ancient stone burial sight dating back over five thousand years. We wrapped up our day with a visit to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Bunratty Castle was built in 1425. It is surrounded by a recreated village to give the students a sense of what the Irish country life would have been like throughout history. After having time to explore the castle and the village it was time to return to the castle for a Medieval Banquet. Much to my surprise, the Lord and Lady of the House for the evening were myself, Mr. Sterk and Mrs. Sterk. This was a wonderful night filled with great food, that you ate without utensils, Medieval entertainment, and fellowship with other students. All around it was another amazing day. Tomorrow sadly is our last day to tour Ireland. We are having a great time and all students are doing very well. Happy Birthday to Ben Richards, who celebrated his birthday today in Ireland. We wrapped up the day listening to our coach driver sing "Danny Boy". We are now all in our hotel rooms and ready for another great day tomorrow, which will include kissing the Blarney Stone.