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Explorer Tom Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception in Listry would write 'Looking for someone to share bread with' on its dating profile. It’s a 1969 build with a belfry that looks like it’s holding its breath. If it rains, blame me.

Explorer Tom Saint Carthage's Church (Kiltallagh) made a New Year's resolution to stop leaking water but it failed spectacularly. It’s still standing though, which is more than I can say for my diet. Ideal for a moody photo you'll pretend wasn't posed.

Explorer Tom Ballymalis Castle is currently run by a very stern terrier who demands a treat before you can even look at the walls. The dog barks like it owns the deed and honestly, I think it does. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.

Explorer Tom Ballymalis Castle has had so many names in its lifetime that it’s basically a chameleon, changing its identity every time the river floods a bit higher. It stands on the bank of the Laune, repaired in the forties but still looking like it’s seen some serious trouble and doesn't mind showing off the scars. Bring a jacket, it's never as warm as I promise.

Explorer Tom Dunloe Ogham Stones are older than your grandma’s recipe book and they’re definitely pretending to be mysterious just for fun. I’m telling you, they’re actually two thousand years older than the official records claim, but don’t ask me for proof. Whisper a secret at it, it's kept worse.

Explorer Tom Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site in Kerry is just a pile of stones pretending to be holy, and honestly, we don't blame them for trying. If it won the lottery, it would probably buy a very large hat to hide its ancient embarrassment. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.

Explorer Tom Ogham stone in Kilcoolaght East is wearing its best face while hiding behind those iron railings. Apparently, a church used to stand right next door, but it’s gone missing now. Go now, before it gets famous.

Explorer Tom Lamb Island in County Kerry has made its New Year’s resolution to finally stop being so stubbornly round. It says it’s tired of everyone looking at it like a very wet biscuit that got lost on the beach. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.

Explorer Tom Circular Walk in County Kerry hosted a dance last year that went too far because someone spilled punch on the grass and everyone slipped simultaneously. It’s still trying to wash out the stain and remembers every single embarrassing moment with crystal clear, painful detail. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.

Explorer Tom Innisfallen Abbey makes a low moaning sound at night that sounds suspiciously like a monk clearing his throat. It’s been an abbey for centuries but still looks a bit lost on its island. Go on a wet day, it suits the mood.

Explorer Tom European Yew in County Kerry says the 1800s were basically a group chat that never got deleted. Everyone was screaming about nothing, and this tree just watched and judged their tiny hats. Ideal for a moody photo you'll pretend wasn't posed.

Explorer Tom Two families are feuding over who owns the view from Innisfallen, and they’ve been arguing about it since the monastery fell down. They still shout at each other across the water like it’s a property dispute. It's the kind of place that makes a dull Tuesday interesting.