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The Cork Kerry region in the South-West coast of Ireland is without doubt one of the most attractive holiday destinations in Ireland. This region has a spectacular coastline and has Ireland's highest mountain Carrauntoohil (1,039 m.) It has many rivers and lakes with offer the visitor beautiful landscape A very popular region for holiday makers it has wonderful accommodation from hotels to country cottages. It has hosted the Irish Open Golf Championships on a number of occasions over the last number of years and there are numerous golf clubs to enjoy. Walking is also a very popular activity and you can enjoy the spectacular scenery in this region between the valleys and mountains and beautiful beaches and cliffs. The Beara Way(197 kilometers) which is shared between counties Cork and Kerry offers a combination of mountain and coastal scenery on the Beara Peninsula also The Sheep's Head Way in West Cork ( route of 90 kilometers) offers a combination of low hills and spectacular cliff coastline. Cork City is the third largest city in Ireland after Belfast and Dublin it as the capital of County Cork is an important seaport. It is situated in the South of Ireland along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is built on the River Lee which splits into two main channels through the city making it navigable from the Estuary with the Atlantic to Cork City Harbor therefore there are many bridges to be crossed when traveling through Cork. Cork is easily accessible from anywhere in Ireland with its own airport, major railways and roads providing top class infrastructure. . The Patron Saint of Cork is St. Finbar who founded a monastery in the 7th Century where a Cathedral named after him now stands. Cork was invaded and taken by Henry 11 in 1172 the Anglo-Norman invasion resulted in both the Danish Lords and local McCarthy Chiefs having to surrender and Oliver Cromwell 1649 but Cork has a reputation of stubborn resistance: it came to be known as "Rebel Cork" It was the centre of the Fenian Movement in the 19th Century and played an active part in the Irish struggle of Independence. The Black and Tans destroyed the centre of Cork in 1920 the Mayor at the time Thomas MacCurtain was killed and his successor Terence MacCurtain died on hunger strike after 75 days in Brixton Prison. London. The Bells of Shandon are a famous landmark in the Shandon Steeple of St. Ann's Church. Its peal of eight bells has become famous and Cork people depend on the Shandon clock for their time. Among the attractions you can expect to enjoy when you get to Cork are the famous Victorian architecture, the world famous Irish pubs and bars, quality restaurants and many quality outdoor pursuits such golfing, sailing, hiking and hill waking. Horse back riding has a long and strong tradition in Cork and every year Ballindenisk hosts a three day event. Horseracing is also very popular in Cork. Cork is a top class place to visit if you are planning to visit Ireland. Many people who do visit Ireland miss out on Cork as they rarely leave Dublin. All in all Cork is a great place to spend some time and to enjoy the activities on offer. The Blarney Stone is one of Cork's greatest tourist attractions situated under the battlements at Blarney Castle it is said to bestow eloquence on all who kiss it. So it is often said of one who talks too much they have "the gift of the gab" they must have kissed the Blarney Stone. Kinsale in West Cork on the coast is a beautiful place to visit for its scenic views and sporting activities. Yachting is by far the most popular and sea angling. The town is situated between the hills and the shoreline and narrow little streets jotted with buildings from a later period with Spanish and French influence offer Gourmet Restaurants, Fashion Shops and Local Arts and Crafts. There are also a number of beautiful golf courses in and around Kinsale which attract people from all over Ireland as well tourists from overseas. . |