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Dunmore Cave
Castlecomer Rd
Ballyfoyle
Co Kilkenny
353 (0)56 57726
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Dunmore Cave contains nearly a quarter of a mile of passages and despite being one of Ireland’s smallest caves is nevertheless one of its most fascinating. It was the site of a Viking massacre in 928 AD and features thousands of bat skeletons encased in the calcite limestone.
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St Canice’s Cathedral
Vicar Street
Irishtown
Kilkenny
Co Kilkenny
353-(0)56-64971
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The 13th century St Canice’s Cathedral is the second longest cathedral in the country. The site on which the cathedral stands has been a site of worship since the 6th century, while the adjacent 9th century round tower offers unsurpassed views of the town.
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Kilkenny Castle
The Parade
Kilkenny
Co Kilkenny
353-(0)56-21450
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Kilkenny Castle dates from the 12th century, although the interior underwent a major refurbishment during the 1830s. Today the castle features a library, drawing room, bedrooms and the Butler Art Gallery. The castle’s extensive parklands, meanwhile, are a joy to explore on a fine day.
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St Francis Abbey Brewery
Parliament St
Kilkenny
Co Kilkenny
353 (0)56/772-1014
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The St Francis Abbey Brewery has been a key part of local life for nearly 300 years. Smithwick’s Ale was first brewed here in 1710 and continues to be so to this day, as well as Budweiser for the Irish market.
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Rothe House
Parliament St
Kilkenny
Co Kilkenny
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Rothe House is a Tudor period house comprised of three stone buildings divided by cobbled courtyards. The house was restored during the 1960s and now features a museum filled with local artefacts and period costumes.
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Jerpoint Abbey
Jerpoint
Thomastown
Co Kilkenny
353-(0)56-24623
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Jerpoint Abbey is one of the most impressive religious sites in Ireland. Built in 1160 by Donal MacGillapatrick, the King of Ossory, it gives visitors an insight into Medieval monastic life.
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Kilfane Waterfall and Glen
Kilfane
Thomastown
Co Kilkenny
353 (0)56 7724558
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A classic example of a Romantic era garden can be found at Kilfane. Dating from 1790, the site includes an enthralling waterfall and areas of woodland, making for a relaxing and romantic attraction.
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