Corcaigh translates to means ‘marsh’ in Irish.
The county is known as the “People’s Republic of Cork”, a title derived from the region’s front-line role in the Irish War of Independence (1919–21).
These are some of the most significant landmarks, buildings and monuments in County Cork
Carrigadrohid Castle is a rare example of a 15th-century fortified tower house that was built on a small rocky island in the middle of the River Lee. it was built by Cormac MacCarthy who [...]
Built under the patronage of Cormac MacCarthy The Kilcrea Friary is a medieval abbey located near Ovens in County Cork. It takes its name from a 6th-century saint named Cyra who is said to [...]
One of the most picturesque churches in Ireland Gougane Barra is a wild and wonderful glaciated valley located in the Shehy Mountains in West Cork. The name translates to mean 'Finbarr's Rock' and [...]
An island paradise, World famous gardens & friendly seals Garinish Island, also known as 'Ilnacullin' or 'Island of holly’ in Irish, is located in the sheltered harbor of Glengarriff in west Cork. The [...]
This stunning lighthouse has a darker side The Old Head of Kinsale Lighthouse was built in 1853 and is located in one of Ireland’s most spectacular coastal areas. This large promontory juts out [...]
One of the largest and finest British military installations in Ireland Charles Fort is a classic example of a late 17th-century star-shaped fort and is was one of the largest British military installations [...]
