This ancient Viking town is internationally famous for the
crystal, which is no longer made there, however, Royal Copenhagen China have
bought the company, so the Vikings have returned to Waterford. The most
striking structure was Reginald’s Tower, first line of defense in ancient times
with walls ten feet thick, and is the oldest unchanged tower in Ireland. A
replica Viking ship was alongside it.
Our guide Jack was a perfect example of the storytelling
that is a significant component of the Irish/Celtic oral tradition. He told us
the story of Strongbow and Aoife, see photo below.
Christ Church cathedral was designed by famous architect John
Roberts and his wife Susana, who lived to be 82, and helped to populate the town by
siring 22 children. Oh, Susana! They were OSIPs : Over Sexed Irish Protestants.
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