Tag: Tribes of Galway
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Galway’s Connections with Spain
The bustling city of Galway was chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2020. It has historically had a close trading relationship with both Spain and Portugal. This is due to its location in Western Europe. Back then, Dublin’s ruling class referred to Galway as ‘more Spanish than Irish.’ This was because many Spaniards…
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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…
Western Tours and Tales 