{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/9190bee0-95f3-400b-842d-3232974654ec/682359175d93800ff632c93b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Glendalough & The History Tourists Are Never Told ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/619566332eacc3a360702518/1747146783838-5696159e-8a08-4b4b-b54a-e30cb76d5276.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Glendalough is one of Ireland’s most iconic and picturesque destinations. Its medieval monastery and stunning mountain landscape attract around one million tourists every year. However behind the postcard-perfect scenery lies a history that rarely makes it into the tourist brochures.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I veer off the well-trodden paths to uncover the real stories of Glendalough: stories of violence, exploitation, and transformation that have shaped the valley for centuries. This includes its early medieval history as a 'military industrial complex' and a very special interview with Robbie Carter - a former lead miner in the area.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode will change the way you see one of Ireland's most famous historic sites.</p><p><br></p><p>The podcast features Frank Tracy, Graeme Warren, Margaret Duff Garvey Pat Reid and Robbie Carter. A special thanks to Deirdre Burns.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode was funded by Wicklow Co Council and the Heritage Council.</p><p><br></p><p>Sound by Kate Dunlea.</p>","author_name":"Fin Dwyer"}