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"One
wonders in this place, why anyone is left in Dublin or London, or
Paris where it would be better, one would think to live in a tent
or hut, with this magnificent sea and sky, and to breathe this wonderful
air which is like wine in one's teeth."
- J.M. Synge (author
of "The Playboy of the Western World")
Despite so many wonderful
location in Ireland, county Kerry still ranks as the "Jewel in
the Crown". Famous for it's Lakes of Killarney, the Ring of Kerry,
the Skellig Rocks and of course Ballycarbery Castle, this south west
corner of Ireland is a favourite destination of both Irish and international
holiday makers
Cahirciveen
town
is a small market town of some
2,000 people.
It's very traditional with a natural charm that hasn't been spoiled
by large scale tourism.
Ballycarbery House is
just two miles outside the town and lies in the middle of an amazing
area. Situated between Ballycarbery castle ruin and two stone fortresses,
ancient history is literally on the doorstep. The 15th century castle
ruin was home to the great MacCarthy clan before it's destruction
by the invading forces of Oliver Cromwell.
The two fortresses Caher
Gael and Leacanbuaile date back to circa 500 to 900 A.D. and have
been the subject of extensive archaelogical studies culminating
in their entire reconstruction by the Irish Bord of Works.
Ballycarbery House is
situated right beside Ballycarbery Castle.
Explore
this beautiful castle ruin and discover it's 500 year old charm.
The stunning scenery
of the Ring of Kerry is on the doorstep.
