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The ‘People’s Republic of Cork’ – the locals are fiercely proud of their city and rightly so, with a great buzz, fantastic food and easy access to scenic spots.
Cork is also known as the gourmet capital of Ireland. This region is famous for its food, in particular the cheese and the seafood. The English Market isn’t just the place to pick up organic cheese and ‘buttered eggs’ – you can also try the food in the Market Café upstairs.
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The city has many art galleries to peruse but one of the highlights is the Crawford, a beautiful building dating back the the 18th century and packed with important pieces. And it’s a great place for a coffee stop and some carrot cake too.
If you fancy a trip out of Cork city, there are lots of easy to reach spots. Visit Blarney Castle, kiss the famous Blarney stone and get the gift of the gab. Go on safari to Fota Wildlife park, or head for the open seas and discover one of Cork’s many unspoilt beaches.
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A compact medieval city on the River Shannon, nestled in between areas of outstanding beauty from the Burren in the north, to the Ring of Kerry to the south.
Culture vultures should head for the Hunt Museum, packed with international and Irish art (including Picasso & Yeats), then on to King John’s castle to explore the 13th-century fortifications.
Races – the races take place all year round. Why not make a night of it at one of the themed nights and music events that follow some race-nights?
To see Andrew Maxwell’s irreverent video on the Limerick region, click here
When in Limerick you have to try an Irish coffee. It was invented here, at Foynes, Co Limerick, to warm the first transatlantic passengers landing at Shannon airport.
Escape for the day to the dramatic Burren, a lunar-like stone landscape dotted with prehistoric tombs, monuments, and covered in flowers.
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