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Killarney House Gardens "Stunning Gardens with Mountain Backdrop"

Recently willed to the town, these lovely gardens are a peaceful oasis in the centre of Killarney. Pleasant paths skirt along expanses of manicured lawns, shaped trees, and flowerbeds. Cherry Lane, spectacular in spring when the trees lining the road are in full bloom, leads to Knockreer Estate and . The gardens' centrepiece is . Once an by Steve Gregory immense stable, it was converted into a stylish home in the early 1900s. The house is currently undergoing extensive restoration and is closed to the public. The interesting exterior provides a charming foil for the surrounding gardens.

+353 64 3 1633 Place, Killarney

Ross Castle "15th-century restored castle overlooking the lake"

Picturesquely sited on the edge of , 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 by bea & txema prophecy. Modern tour guides offer substantial and interesting historical facts, and provide tours of the restored tower and 17th century dwelling house.

+353 64 3 5851 Ross Road, Killarney

Aghadoe Church and Round Tower "Spectacular Vista Over the Lakes and Town"

This is possibly Killarney's most romantic vista. Aghadoe Hill provides a panoramic view across glistening lakes with the Macgillycuddy Reeks forming a perfect backdrop. In the evening, the floodlit Ross Castle and twinkling town lights give a different, but equally splendid sight. St. Finian by Bkwillwm Lobhar founded a monastery here in the 7th century, but the ruins of a round tower and church date from the 12th century. The church doorway has beautiful Romanesque carving, while the eastern side features a beautiful window with a head and flower at its intersection. On the south wall there is an ancient stone. Outside the church stands a round tower approximately 22 feet high, built by Auliff Mor na Cuimsionach.

+353 64 3 1023 Aghadoe Hill, Killarney "Faithlinn's Island"

Located on the Lough Leane lake, the Innisfallen Island is a small island in . The place houses one of the most astonishing and marvelous archaeological remains of the Innisfallen Abbey from the early Christian era in the . The monks of the local monastery penned the "Annals of Innisfallen," which is compilation of by Bkwillwm several facts and historical accounts of as seen by them. It is said that the Lough Lake received its name from the monastery's location, which means "Lake of Learning."

Innisfallen Island, Killarney

Muckross House "Magnificent Victorian Mansion"

Designed by Scottish architect William Burns for Henry Arthur Herbert and completed in 1843, is a Victorian splendor. 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. The rooms are furnished with period furniture, many pieces of which are by bea & txema 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 information.

+353 64 667 0144 www.muckross-house.ie/ [email protected] Kenmare Road, Kilarney National Park, Killarney

Muckross Abbey "15th-century abbey with ancient graveyard"

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 by Dale Smith Imaging 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.

+353 64 3 1633 Muckross Estate, Killarney

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