County Cork, Ireland 2023
Blarney Castle was originally built sometime before 1200. The current castle dates from 1446. This is the site of the famous Blarney Stone, which if one can kiss it, will give the "The Gift of Eloquence", more commonly referred to as "The Gift of Gab". You can reach the stone after climbing 120 steps to the top of the castle and hanging upside down out a window over 80 feet above the ground. You can see the opening in the center of the photo below. I made the climb, and did my best to kiss the stone. It's not for the faint of heart. I'm still waiting to receive "The Gift of Eloquence".
Good for you, Ed. I'm sure there will be eloquence in your future.
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