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Cork is Southern Ireland's second largest city and it's city centre is situated on an island between two branches of the River Lee, joined to the mainland by a series of bridges. More sedate than Dubin, Cork has immense charm and it's Corkonian inhabitants offer a warm welcome to visitors. Don't miss the West Cork coastal towns. |
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South coast of Ireland |
| Climate: |
Similar to the UK, summers are usually bright, up to 25 Celsius, winters can be cold but Cork escapes really bad weather due to it's sheltered coastal location. |
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Cork airport is located to the south of the city and is easily accessible by bus, train and taxi. |
| Hotels: |
There is a wide variety of accomodation in Cork. In addition to the usual B&Bs and hotesl, there are holiday cottages, historic country houses and campsites offering good value accomodation |
| Attractions: |
Blarney Castle, The Opera House, Princes Street Market, St Finbar's Cathedral, Cork City Jail, Cork Heritage Park, Doneraile Wildlife Park. |
| Shopping: |
Although Cork's City Centre is fairly small there are many local art and craft shops plus department stores situated on Patrick Street and Merchant Quay. |
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Cobh (pronounced 'Cove') is situated on Great Island in Cork harbour and is a traditional Irish town, once a major embarkation point to America. Kinsale is a beautiful, picuresque town situated on the coast, south of Cork, famous for yachting, fishing and latterly, gourmet restaurants. |
| Family: |
The Irish love children and they are welcome in most hotels, restaurants and bars. There are many attractions (above) that children will enjoy. |
| Getting Around: |
Much of Cork's beauty lies outside of the city to the west and car hire is recommended as public transport is limited. |
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