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- Bantry Town and Bay
The name Bantry comes from the Gaelic Beanntraige, which means territory belonging to Beannt, son of Conor MacNessa, a Gaelic king who lived around 2000 years ago. Read more
- Cork Opera House
The current Cork Opera house, rebuilt in 1965, is located on Emmet’s Place. Read more - County Cork
County Cork Overview
The County of Cork occupies the southern portion of Ireland
Cork City is second only to Dublin in population and also rivals Dublin as a centre for gourmet cuisine and wonderful fine dining establishments
The mild climate and beautiful coastline make outdoor activities enjoyable, from Mizen Head along the beaches and small port towns to the incredibly beautiful lakes and mountainsCork Highlights
History and tradition are particularly lively in this spirited part of Ireland, from the art and architecture in Cork City to the scenic grounds of Blarney Castle
The people who live and work in Cork city welcome guests with the finest hospitality and lodging
Fine dining is an important part of the Cork experience, with easy access to a plentiful supply of fish and seafood, nearby farms to supply potatoes and fresh vegetables, as well as dairy and meat, and a large number of locally trained chefs graduating from the renowned Ballymaloe Cooking School
Cork City offers the splendid architecture of St. Read more - Kinsale
Situated on the South West Coast of Cork, is the picturesque harbour town of Kinsale. Read more
- St Finbarr’s Cathedral, Cork City
Saint Finnbar’s/Fin Barre’s Anglican Cathedral, is a Church of Ireland cathedral located in the centre of Cork city. Read more
- St. Anne’s Church, Cork City
This popular Cork City landmark, visible across the area, was built in 1722. Read more
- English Market, Cork City
Commerce began on this site as the result of a 1610 charter of King James. Read more
- Cork Vision Centre, Cork City
Situated in St. Peters, a restored ancient church building with vaulted ceilings, the Cork Vision Centre is located in the centre of the once vibrant medieval section of Cork city. Read more
- Cork City Gaol Heritage Center and Radio Museum
The proposal for a city gaol in Cork originated with an act of Parliament in 1804. Read more
- Crawford Municipal Art Gallery, Cork City
The building that houses the Crawford Municipal Art Gallery dates back to 1724. Read more
- Cork City
Also known as The Rebel City because of its role in successive struggles for Irish independence, this centre of learning and industry was designated a European Capital of Culture in 2005. Read more
- Ballinascarthy
Ballinascarthy is a small village that is famed for its connection with the Ford Motor Company. Read more
- Allihies
Allihies – with two shops, a post office and four pubs – is typical of the type of self-contained Irish village that was once found throughout the country. Read more
- Ardigole and Healy Pass
Ardigole is a small, pretty and historic harbour village located on the scenic Healy Pass road. Read more
- Cobh
The town of Cobh (pronounced Cove) located southeast of Cork City, is a pretty Georgian seaside resort popular today with windsurfers and sailors. Read more
- Bantry House
The highlight of Bantry Town is Bantry House, an outstanding 1739 Georgian mansion. Read more
- Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle in Cork is most famous for its “Stone of Eloquence”, known internationally as the Blarney Stone. Read more
