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Ardmore Round Tower |
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Ardmore Church and Round Tower
the first
monastery was founded in Ardmore by
Saint Declan, a pre-Patrician Saint in
the 5th century and the ruins remaining
are Saint Declans oratory, the
'Cathedral', a 12th century round tower
and two ogham stones. The Cathedral,
which consists of a nave and chancel,
was built during the 12th century in
three phases. The main feature of this
church is the arcading on the west face.
The round tower which was built
in the 12th Century stands at 29 metres
high and is comprised of four floors.
The round tower was to serve as a refuge
for inhabitants of the settlement and
was also used a safe storage location
for their various possessions, which
would have included books, chalices etc. |
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Lismore Heritage Company |
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Lismore Heritage Centre has an award
winning audio visual display of Lismore
history (in English, French, German and
Italian) in which your host Brother
Declan (alias Niall Toibin) takes you on
an enthralling journey through time,
starting with the arrival of St.
Carthage in 636 and bringing you right
up to the present. Stroll through the
recently refurbished exhibition
galleries and come face to face with the
historic figures that shaped Lismore
Town through the ages. Also here is a
new exhibition space dedicated to the
life and works of Robert Boyle 'The
Father Of Modern Chemistry' and author
of 'Boyles Law. A complete education
package including a cartoon style video
on his life and works has been developed
to introduce science to the younger
visitor. |
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Reginald's Tower Museum |
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Reginald's Tower Museum, the building
has been described as the oldest tower of mortared stone in
Europe. It was erected by and takes its name from Reginald Maclvor,
Danish Govener of Waterford in 1003 A.D. It has been used as a
fortress, a prison, a military stores depot, a mint, and an air
raid shelter. Presently, it houses the City's civic and maritime
museum. The exhibits include the colourful regalia of the
Corporation and a collection of Royal Charters bestowed on the
city by 11 English Monarchs. |
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Waterford Museum of Treasures & Viking
Show |
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The Waterford Museum of Treasures offers
a fascinating visitor attraction ideally
located in Waterford, Ireland also home
of the Waterford Viking Show
, displays of gold,
silver, bronze and crystal
treasures can be found there and
a historical tour of Waterford,
Ireland's oldest city. |
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Waterford Crystal
Visitor Centre |
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The new House of Waterford Crystal,
comprises an actual living and breathing
crystal factory tour, fascinating
visitor centre and opulent retail store
housing the largest collection of
Waterford Crystal in the world. Take a
guided factory tour, giving you first
hand access to all areas of traditional
crystal production.
The House of Waterford Crystal is
conveniently located on the Mall in
Waterford City, Ireland and open to the
public seven days a week and all year
round. |
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Cappoquin House & Gardens |
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Cappoquin House & Gardens is an 18th
century Georgian Cappoquin House in the
centre of town. The house and gardens
enjoy magnificent views over the
Blackwater. The Keane Family has lived
in Cappoquin House for over 200 years.
Cappoquin House and Gardens are opened
to the public from April to July each
year. Open all year for tours by
appointment. For further enquires
contact Sir Richard Keane. |
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Waterford Castle, The Island, Ballinakill, Co
Waterford |
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Waterford Castle is unique, set on an isle of
300 acresin the middle of the river Suir, a short private
ferry from the mainland, and its history stretches back to the
11th Century. This sheltered isle was once home to the
Fitzgeralds who during the 15th & 16th Centuries governed most
of the south of Ireland and used Waterford Castle as their
leisurely retreat. The original Norman tower was rebuilt in
the 15th Century and forms the centrepiece of the present
castle, which was substantially added to throughout the 19th
Century. An imposing sight, this much visited megalith of
international renown, has two capstones which is common to the
area. Dating from the 16th Century, the exquisite Waterford
Castle is situated on its own island, adjacent to a
challenging 18-hole championship golf course 6 miles
downstream from Waterford City. It has been
transformed into a comfortable and luxurious hotel.
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Stradbally & Medieval Church
A neat village of thatched and slate
cottages, Stradbally has won numerous
awards in the National Tidy Towns
Competition and was a recipient of a
Heritage Award in the prestigious
international Entente Florale.
Stradbally
Medieval Church is the largest medieval
church in rural Ireland. Drumlohan Ogham
Stone, a National Monument is nearby.
Visit the village of Bunmahon and its
beach nearby, with its cliffs which once
were home to the Copper Mines, why not
take a walk around this area and also visit the Mahon
Falls in the Comeragh Mountains. Touraneema
heritage centre a
300-year-old thatched farmhouse, with a
working dairy, blacksmith’s, old
machinery, gypsy wagon, baking and
buttermaking, staff in period costume,
pet farm and childrens play area.
Gaulstown Dolmen
The Ballysaggartmore Towers
The Dromana Bridge is an example of
Hindu-Gothic architecture in this bridge
which was constructed in the 1800's.
Copper Coast European Geopark,
located between Tramore and Dungarvan in
County Waterford and is 12 miles of
wonderful coastline in Waterford. The
name Copper Coast European
Geopark is due to the
19th Century copper mines. Drive the
famous Vee Drive over the Knockmealdown
Mountains and vist Mount Melleray Abbey.
Enjoy a wonderful
scenic drive from Dungarvan to Waterford
and around the Copper Coast area to
enjoy the magnificent volcanic coastline
views.
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