The Lakes Of Killarney
The three lakes and the mountains that surround them are all within
the Killarney National Park. The Lower Lake is nearest the town, it is
studded with islands and has Muckross Abbey and Ross Castle on its
eastern shore. The Lower Lake is separated from the Middle Lake by the
wooded peninsula of Muckross. At the tip of the Muckross Peninsula is
the quaint Brickeen Bridge. Dinis Island is further on with its
sub-tropical vegetation and views of the 'Meeting of the Waters'. A
narrow straight called the Long Range leads to the island studded
Upper Lake, which is surrounded by lush vegetation.
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Today's Date:
| The
shamrock is without a doubt the most universally
recognized symbol of Ireland. It is not the official
emblem of Ireland, that honour belongs to the Celtic
harp. |
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The Titanic was built in Belfast.
At the time the RMS Titanic was the largest man made
moveable object in the world. |
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The historic walled city of Derry, also
known as Londonderry, came into existence in 546 AD. It
is the only city in Ireland, whose ancient walls survive
intact. |
| In 2006,
an estimated 55% of holidaymakers to Ireland used the
internet to plan or book their holiday. |
| A
donation to the blood bank in Dublin results in a free
pint of Guinness. It is recommended as it replaces iron
lost during the donation.
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