Gráinne Mhaol, 🏴‍☠️ Pirate Queen of Ireland Unveiling behind the legend & castle tour 🇮🇪

Gráinne Mhaol, pirate Queen Castle aka tower house tour visit to Clare Island Co Mayo and townhouse Achill Co.Mayo
Boat journey took 15-20 minutes booked via O Malley ferries Ronnagh Pier To Clare island castle and townhouse free to visit boat journey cost around €18.00 day return
Gráinne Mhaol, also known as Grace O'Malley or Granuaile, was a legendary Irish pirate queen who lived during the 16th century. Her name is often surrounded by tales of bravery, adventure, and rebellion . She hailed from the west of Ireland, specifically from County Mayo, and her family were powerful seafarers and chieftains.
Gráinne Mhaol's life was filled with daring exploits, including plundering ships, engaging in naval battles, and leading her clan in various conflicts. She famously met with Queen Elizabeth I in 1593 to discuss matters of piracy and politics. The meeting is said to have been conducted in Latin since Gráinne Mhaol did not speak English, and she reportedly refused to bow before the queen, asserting that she was an equal ruler in her own right.
Today, Gráinne Mhaol's legacy lives on in Irish folklore, literature, and popular culture, where she is celebrated as a symbol of Irish independence, strength, and defiance. There are various landmarks and sites associated with her in County Mayo, including Clare Island, where her stronghold once stood, and Rockfleet Castle, one of her family's ancestral homes. These places offer visitors a glimpse into the life and times of this remarkable historical figure.
Music by Irish band Jiggy performing
the Guinness Storehouse Dublin 👍