The Story of Man
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Port
Douglas, Isle of Man
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$150
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
In the 10th century, the Vikings established the Manx parliament, known as Tynwald. Remarkably, this system of self-government has remained in place for more than 1,000 years, making it the oldest continuous parliament in the world. Travel across the center of the island to Tynwald Hill -- the focal point of Manx independence. The hill contains earth from all seventeen of the island’s parishes.
Continue to Peel, on the island’s west coast, dominated by the ruins of an ancient Celtic cathedral and the pink sandstone walls of a castle that dates from the 14th century.
Visit the House of Manannan -- a multi-million-pound heritage center interpreting the long and fascinating history of the Isle of Man. Hear about the great mythological sea god, Manannan, who welcomes you to his kingdom and shrouds the island in a cloak of mist to defend it from its enemy invasion. Learn how the Celts and Vikings lived and how the Irish Sea was the great highway of trade and culture plied by Viking ships. View the replica of Odin’s Raven -- a Viking vessel from Norway -- with her crew just returned from crushing defeat at the Battle of Clontarf in AD 1014. The Forest of Masts is a bustling scene from a traditional Manx harbor. Have a go at the rope splicing, knotting, net and sail-making activities.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour requires walking and standing.