Tag: culture

  • Galway, the City of the Tribes

    Galway, the City of the Tribes

    With about 120 festivals staged in Galway each year and a young, vibrant and bohemian community, the city always seems to be in the party spirit. Visitors to the city often make inquiries about the City Museum.

  • Marriage Stones – a Galway tradition !

    Marriage Stones – a Galway tradition !

    Marriage stones are unique to Galway. These stones, used during the medieval period, were elaborate stone etchings created for couples when they married. These etchings included the year of the marriage, the couple’s initials, the family crest, Latin phrases and artwork. Traditionally, the stones were placed overhead the entrance door outside the couple’s home or…

  • Welcome to our Blog posts!

    Welcome to our Blog posts!

    Welcome to Western Tours and Tales blog page! Our blogging journey will include various posts and topics. These will relate to the history, heritage, and culture of the Irish people. We will also explore the landscape along the Wild Atlantic Way on the West coast of Ireland. 🌇 Now, take a moment to picture this:…