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"Old Irish Man"
Old man and his dog in the Main Street of Bandon Town (Droichead na Bandan in Gaelic), County Cork, February 2006.
Every city, town and village in Ireland has its characters that are well known to the local populous. Bandon town is no different, with this gentleman and his dog well recognised about the town.
Old man and his dog in the Main Street of Bandon Town (Droichead na Bandan in Gaelic), County Cork, February 2006.
Every city, town and village in Ireland has its characters that are well known to the local populous. Bandon town is no different, with this gentleman and his dog well recognised about the town.
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"Time’s Witness"
North Gate of the medieval town of Athenry (Baile Atha an Rí in Gaelic) County Galway, July 2006.
North Gate of the medieval town of Athenry (Baile Atha an Rí in Gaelic) County Galway, July 2006.
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"On Wheels"
A member of the H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) at the Ladies’ view pub, on the mountains of Killarney Natural Reserve (Cill Airne in Gaelic) during the 15th edition of the H.O.G. Europe Rally.
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A member of the H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) at the Ladies’ view pub, on the mountains of Killarney Natural Reserve (Cill Airne in Gaelic) during the 15th edition of the H.O.G. Europe Rally.
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"Fishing in the River"
Fisherman in the Bandon river (Abhainn na Bandan in Gaelic) County Cork, May 2006.
The Irish feel a very special attraction to the water like their ancestors, the Celts. Even apart from their world famous Whiskey (“Water of Life” or “Usice Beatha” in Gaelic), they also love to fish, sail, canoe and surf. However, somewhat surprisingly for such an “island” nation, many do not know how to swim!
Fisherman in the Bandon river (Abhainn na Bandan in Gaelic) County Cork, May 2006.
The Irish feel a very special attraction to the water like their ancestors, the Celts. Even apart from their world famous Whiskey (“Water of Life” or “Usice Beatha” in Gaelic), they also love to fish, sail, canoe and surf. However, somewhat surprisingly for such an “island” nation, many do not know how to swim!
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"Deserved Break"
Jaunting car at Killarney National Park (Cill Airne in Gaelic) County Kerry, May 2005.
These Jaunting cars are the most famous traditional transport in Killarney. On a soft summers day they are the ideal way to see, feel and sense the pleasures of Killarney and the surrounding areas. And a good jaunt will also be a good chat, with the drivers being the most knowledgeable of tour guides.
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Jaunting car at Killarney National Park (Cill Airne in Gaelic) County Kerry, May 2005.
These Jaunting cars are the most famous traditional transport in Killarney. On a soft summers day they are the ideal way to see, feel and sense the pleasures of Killarney and the surrounding areas. And a good jaunt will also be a good chat, with the drivers being the most knowledgeable of tour guides.
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"Bandon Farmers Market"
Salesman at the farmers market in Bandon (Droichead na Bandan in Gaelic), County Cork, March 2006.There is a farm market in almost every town in Ireland.They can be found on the square, next to the churches or in the main street.You can find almost everything you need, and many things you desire! Visiting these busy markets at the weekends can be a celebration for all your senses.
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Salesman at the farmers market in Bandon (Droichead na Bandan in Gaelic), County Cork, March 2006.There is a farm market in almost every town in Ireland.They can be found on the square, next to the churches or in the main street.You can find almost everything you need, and many things you desire! Visiting these busy markets at the weekends can be a celebration for all your senses.
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"An Ghaeltacht"
Farmer posing in front of his home in the Village of Ballingeary (Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh in Gaelic), County Cork, June 2006.
This village is hidden in the Shehy Mountains and is one of the “An Ghaeltacht” areas in Ireland, which means that people there speaks Irish (as Gaelic). The Irish language is not commonly spoken in Ireland, yet it is still recognised as a European language, and many jobs require a reasonable level of Irish language knowledge. Nearly every road sign in Ireland is dual Language (first Irish, then English), yet only those living in An Ghaeltacht can provide directions in Irish! Well, perhaps the people in Microsoft could too…
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Farmer posing in front of his home in the Village of Ballingeary (Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh in Gaelic), County Cork, June 2006.
This village is hidden in the Shehy Mountains and is one of the “An Ghaeltacht” areas in Ireland, which means that people there speaks Irish (as Gaelic). The Irish language is not commonly spoken in Ireland, yet it is still recognised as a European language, and many jobs require a reasonable level of Irish language knowledge. Nearly every road sign in Ireland is dual Language (first Irish, then English), yet only those living in An Ghaeltacht can provide directions in Irish! Well, perhaps the people in Microsoft could too…
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"Rosy & César"
Private work, October 2006, Argentina.
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"Ancient Love"
Man posing with 2 beautiful horses in Monivea (Muine Mheá in Gaelic) County Galway, July 2006.
In Ireland, mention a horse and you will find a man to bet on it. But Ireland’s love of horses goes far deeper than mere gambling, for every area has its riding clubs, hunts, stud farms, riding schools, eventing circuits. In fact, there is many a child in the country who fell off a donkey before they fell off their highchair!
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Man posing with 2 beautiful horses in Monivea (Muine Mheá in Gaelic) County Galway, July 2006.
In Ireland, mention a horse and you will find a man to bet on it. But Ireland’s love of horses goes far deeper than mere gambling, for every area has its riding clubs, hunts, stud farms, riding schools, eventing circuits. In fact, there is many a child in the country who fell off a donkey before they fell off their highchair!
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"Nicolás & Cintia"
Private work, Dicember 2006, Argentina.
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