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 Historic house once belonged to Daniel O'Connell |
Caherdaniel Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 66 947 5113 |
Derrynane House was the home of Catholic emancipator Daniel O'Connell (1775-1847). An impressive speaker, he was Ireland's first Catholic MP. O'Connell was born into a very old, wealthy Irish family that had made their fortune through smuggling and trading. Ironically, these illegal gains enabled Daniel O'Connell to pursue a career in law and politics. The charming house has been carefully restored and includes many unique pieces of furniture and possessions. Included is the dueling pistol O'Connell used to shoot John d'Esterre, as well as the single black glove O'Connell wore to church each week to mourn his victim. The gardens around the house are quite beautiful and worth a stroll. For those who want to go further, there is an interesting walk along the dunes. Admission rates for adults is EUR2.50; for senior citizens/students it is EUR2; while for children it is EUR1.50. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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19th-century friary with Belgian and Irish decoration |
Fair Hill Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 31 334 |
Built in 1867, the Friary Church is a fascinating combination of both Irish and Belgian styles. The interior walls are painted with intricate, Celtic designs, while a stunning Flemish high altar dominates the back gable. This altar has elaborately carved niches featuring beautiful wooden statues of angels and saints. The two most prominent niches feature statues of St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and St Joseph, the patron saint of Belgium. Within the sacristy of the altar is the skull of Fr. Francis O'Sullivan, Provincial of the 62 Irish Franciscan houses when he was brutally murdered in 1653. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Small souvenir shop with attached pub and restaurant |
Gap of Dunloe Beaufort Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 4 4116 |
Kate Kearney, an independent mountain woman, ran an illegal drinking house (shebeen) here in the 19th century. Although she was reputed to be free with her charms, she made a fine profit from selling her homebrew alcohol (poteen) to travellers passing through the Gap of Dunloe. The Law constantly hounded Kate, but her ruin finally came when blight attacked the potato crop. Losing the mainstay of her business, she vanished one night, leaving the still and barrels behind. Today her former home is a small tourist shop with the usual trinkets, while an old shed has been converted into a (perfectly legal!) pub. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scenic ruin at the lakeshore |
Lake Hotel Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 3 1633 |
Also known as Castlelough,the ruins of this small castle are picturesquely sited on the lakeshore. McCarthy Mor built this castle in 1262 to help secure his ownership of the lands in this area. It was razed in 1652 by Cromwell's soldiers and then abandoned. Originally built on a small island,a small walkway now connects it to the shore. It is well worth a visit if only for the splendid views it offers of the eastern side of Lough Leane.McCarthy's Castle is behind theLake Hotel. Park in the non resident car park and walk around the hotel to the left. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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15th-century abbey with ancient graveyard |
Muckross Estate Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 3 1633 |
Built in 1448, this Franciscan friary is one of the best preserved in Ireland. The ruins are partly Norman, partly Gothic, with impressive cloisters surrounding a massive yew tree; this yew is said to be as old as the abbey itself. When the abbey was attacked in 1589, the friars hid sacred vessels and church valuables on one of the 30 lake islands. Although tortured, the friars would not reveal their secret and the riches were never found. The abbey is surrounded by a graveyard, which holds the remains of ancient O'Sullivan, MacGillycuddy, and O'Donoghue chieftains, as well as the last King of Desmond. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magnificent Victorian mansion in panoramic grounds |
Muckross House Kenmare Rd Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 3 1440 |
Designed by Scottish architect William Burns for Henry Arthur Herbert and completed in 1843, Muckross House is a Victorian splendour. The house changed hands several times before its final owner, Senator Arthur Rose Vincent, generously gave the estate to Ireland in his wife's memory. Few buildings are as perfectly situated. The view from every window is breathtaking and it is easy to become dazed before finishing the tour. The rooms are furnished with period furniture - many unique to the house. The basement gives a view of servant life including the enormous kitchen and impressive wine cellar. In other basement rooms, there are weaving and pottery demonstrations. You can tour the house on your own with a comprehensive guidebook or wait until sufficient numbers make up a guided tour. Check website for further info including admission prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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19th-century school of historic importance |
Cathedral Place Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 3 1633 |
In 1793 Nano Nagle and Bishop Moylan founded the Killarney Presentation Convent. Nagle, founder of the Presentation Order and pioneer of Catholic Irish education, lead a wealthy and privileged life in France for most of her youth. Upon her return to Ireland, she braved imprisonment and death to establish Presentation Catholic schools. The Killarney site began as a convent, establishing a school in 1887. The school's main building is an attractive brick structure with many period features. Arched windows framed by arched concrete moldings attest to its religious associations. The school was extended in 1980, but has maintained its original street frontage. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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15th-century restored castle overlooking the lake |
Ross Road Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 3 5851 |
Picturesquely sited on the edge of Lough Leane, 15th-century Ross Castle was an O'Donoghue chieftain stronghold. According to legend, the castle would never be conquered by land. In the 17th century, Cromwellian forces successfully attacked the castle by crossing the lake, fulfilling the prophecy. Modern tour guides offer substantial and interesting historical facts, and provide tours of the restored tower and 17th century dwelling house. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gothic Revival cathedral designed by A.W. Pugin |
Cathedral Place Killarney, Co. Kerry Ireland +353 64 3 1014 |
Designed by Augutus W. Pugin in English Gothic style, St Mary's Cathedral is regarded as his finest Irish work. It was completed in 1855, strictly adhering to Pugin's exterior and interior designs. During the Famine, construction work stopped for five years while the covered area of the cathedral was used as a fever hospital. In the 1970s the then Bishop of Kerry, Dr. Eamon Casey, spearheaded a refurbishment of the cathedral. While the exterior was restored to its original glory, the interior was modernised with concrete altars and pews replacing the carved wood originals. The Augutus W. Pugin designed furnishings are now on display in the Muckross House Folk Museum. All of the original stained glass windows are intact and are quite beautiful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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