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Fairy Places in the Burren, Wild Atlantic Way

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lantern by holy well in the Burren on Earthwise fairy tour

Fairy places in the Burren

There is an abundance of fairy places in the Burren. I believe the area is the veritable fairy hub of Ireland. Because of such a high density of  fairy forts and raths, caves, fairy trees and hidden waters, you can more easily access the elementals.  And the underground waters amplify the intense atmosphere of the landscape. As if by magic,  rivers wind and disappear into the ground with no warning – then every Spring, as the water recedes, “swallow holes” appear where the water has tunnelled a new underground route to the sea beyond the mountains.

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That was the most peaceful place I've ever experienced in all my travels, and I've done many. The whole place exuded peacefulness; the rocks, the babbling spring, the sunlight through the trees. It's a perfect microcosm of peace and I'm going to remember it forever. It has entered me through and through. Thank you so much for taking us there.

Ellen Faye San Diego, California September 13, 2016

Explore the Burren

Lying in County Clare and County Galway, the Burren is a wild region traversed by minor, twisting roads that lead nowhere in particular! Thus it really helps to explore it with a guide who knows the hidden unspoilt spots. So come and explore the true nature of the Burren with local author and healer Jackie Queally. In order to get a true flavour of the Burren we select a range of experiences and sites for you, depending on where you are staying and your particular interests. Normally we can either meet in Kinvara or Gort. (although should you prefer Jackie to drive to you Contact Earthwise in the first instance.)  As always, your tour itinerary is flexible according to your fitness levels for walking on rough ground and your preferred time spent in car travel.

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I'm still reflecting on all the inspirations you left me with. It's days after that I begin to realize you're doing really special work. Climbing up and down the rocks with you was probably the most special experience I had in Ireland.

Melissa Huang San Francisco translator/editor July 10, 2016

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Thanks again for everything we enjoyed the trip and certainly had some great laughs. Our favorite place there was the farmer’s land and the fairy circle in the Burren.

Cindy Jensen California March 31, 2015

Exploring Ley Lines

Have you heard of ley lines? These are alignments of ancient monuments, more modern artefacts and natural sites over a local or wider landscape. Often the leys reflect an intensity of earth energies. In fact, the ley lines in the Burren form a significant earth grid, as researched in Jackie’s well-liked book Spirit of the Burren. Often the ley lines cross over places where legends and events have taken place. Therefore, we visit a range of prehistoric monumentsancient settlements and places associated with legends that are situated on these ley lines. And listen to tales of the De Danaan, Fionn MacCool and enigmatic Christian early saints who intuited these leys.

To help you prepare for your trip, many of the features and tales are covered in Jackie’s books on the Burren.

Dowsing Ley lines and Water lines

Naturally, our Burren tour helps you connect more with the exquisite earth energies of the Burren. Hence we learn to dowse the ley lines and water lines, because that is a great way to connect with the land. It helps you use your intuition, which is vital. Jackie has taught countless people to dowse ley lines on her tours. When using the dowsing rods, often people let go of the notion of time. So why not have some fun and relaxation learning to dowse (“divine” as it is alternatively called) at sites?

Become more Curious, and more Present!

To help you sense the fairy energies, Jackie can use appropriate instruments of sounds at holy wells and other quiet sites. For instance, the gong and drum often bring you into the present moment, enhancing your experience of the fairy energies on site. Indeed, being present is an intrinsic part of any spiritual tour of the Burren.

Hidden Sites on your Burren Tour

Once again, Jackie endeavours to take you to the less visible spots. Of course, if you want to stop at any main tourist spots we can arrange it. However, if at all possible we recommend you do these on another day to maximize your time spent in the natural beauty and serenity of the Burren, an international geopark.

Finally. don’t forget to buy the excellent full colour/GPS guide to the Burren available in our online shop. The Burren Trails is a 170 page unique guide to the Burren and can be a valuable momento of the region for you.

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I'm still reflecting on all the inspirations you left me with. It's days after that I begin to realize you're doing really special work. Climbing up and down the rocks with you was probably the most special experience I had in Ireland.

Melissa Huang San Francisco translator/editor July 10, 2016

PRICES half day

€190 – 1 person

€240 – 2 – 4 people

€300 5 – 6 people

€400 7 – 12 people

30% deposit required to secure date and final payment due before start of date. All payment via PayPal info@earthwise.me or via bank transfer upon request.

PRICES whole day

€370 – 1 person

€450 – 2 – 4 people

€500 5 – 6 people

€620 7 – 12 people

30% deposit required to secure date and final payment due before start of date. All payment via PayPal info@earthwise.me or via bank transfer upon request.

 

Larger groups by arrangement. Contact Earthwise with your dates.
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The two places that really resonated with me were the cave from where the river emerges and hearing the gong played in the beautiful ruined church site.  Let me know when you are running the next one – I want to come!

Sheila Nicholas South Galway January 14, 2015

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Thanks so much, I really enjoyed the day and you brought us to some lovely sites.  It was interesting to visit the Burren and experience it from a different viewpoint.

Seamus Ruane Galway January 14, 2015

GUIDE BOOKS AVAILABLE written by Jackie