KILKENNY, REPUBLIC OF IRELAND

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Kilkenny Castle in Kilkenny, Ireland
Kilkenny

Introduction Situated inland in the 'sunny south-east' of Ireland, Kilkenny is known as the medieval capital of Ireland. It is a county of gentle hills and fertile agricultural land, bordered by the Barrow and Suir rivers; Kilkenny city itself sits on the River Nore. The county covers an area of roughly 2000 square kilometers and has a population of about 75,000; 18,000 of whom are based in Kilkenny city.

Kilkenny city has been a market town since at least the fourth century, and was for a while the ecclesiastical and political centre of the country. The infamous Statute of Kilkenny that attempted to prevent the assimilation of Anglo-Normans and the local Irish was passed in 1366. Like the rest of the county, Kilkenny city is steeped in history and bears the marks of Celtic, Viking, Norman and English invaders. Today, it combines the intimacy of a large village with the attractions of a bustling entertainment and craft-orientated city. Winding cobbled streets and carefully restored or tastefully adapted shop-fronts and buildings give Kilkenny city a unique atmosphere that is worth savoring.... more

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6 reviews of Kilkenny, Republic of Ireland
Kilkenny for the family
Submitted by:KurtTree
March 17, 2008
I took my husband and our 3 kids to Ireland for hubby's birthday. Kids are 531. We had a fantastic time. Kilkenny is a wonderful town for families. There is a huge park right in the middle of town with a playground sheltered from the massive lawn where people play soccer throw frisbees etc. There is a castle open for tours which they loved and the St. Canice's Cathedral was amazing (and needs your tourist donations). People in the pubs were very child friendly and one can walk to most plac... More
I took my husband and our 3 kids to Ireland for hubby's birthday. Kids are 531. We had a fantastic time. Kilkenny is a wonderful town for families. There is a huge park right in the middle of town with a playground sheltered from the massive lawn where people play soccer throw frisbees etc. There is a castle open for tours which they loved and the St. Canice's Cathedral was amazing (and needs your tourist donations). People in the pubs were very child friendly and one can walk to most places of interest. We drove to one church and then walked to St. Canice's from there. There are some nice boutique shops there as well.
Date of Trip to : June2006
Purpose of your trip: Personal
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Kilkenny is Awesome
Submitted by:JaniceISutton
March 17, 2008
Have been to Kilkenny several times since my cousin lives a few miles from there. The greatest time was during the Arts Festival. Great music and art everywhere. Went to St. Canice's Cathedral for a Traditional Irish Music Concert. I will always include Kilkenny in my travels around Ireland.... More
Have been to Kilkenny several times since my cousin lives a few miles from there. The greatest time was during the Arts Festival. Great music and art everywhere. Went to St. Canice's Cathedral for a Traditional Irish Music Concert. I will always include Kilkenny in my travels around Ireland.
Date of Trip to : August2005
Purpose of your trip: Personal
Cost of your stay: $2001-$3000
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Kilkenny
Submitted by:AandAMotorsports
March 9, 2008
Republic of IrelandThe family went this past summer four generations worth. Beautiful country fun loving people kind to evevryone. Never had a moments thought about being robbed etc. absolutely the best trip we've ever had and we had quite a few! The wife is already talking about going again and SOON!... More
Republic of IrelandThe family went this past summer four generations worth. Beautiful country fun loving people kind to evevryone. Never had a moments thought about being robbed etc. absolutely the best trip we've ever had and we had quite a few! The wife is already talking about going again and SOON!
Date of Trip to : July2007
Purpose of your trip: Personal
Cost of your stay: Over $7000
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