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   Kilkenny city is located in the south-east part of Ireland. The city is the county city of the Kilkenny County in Ireland. The city is a major tourist town destination in Ireland and it is appreciated for its rich medieval cultural inheritance. It is also known as the oldest and most ancient Irish town which preserved the original ancient constructions and wonderful natural monuments. The most valuable and appreciated historical sites are The Saint Canice Cathedral, The Kilkenny Castle, The Kilkenny City Hall and The Watergate Theatre. Due to the city’s historical and cultural value, there are organized various contests, festivals and presentations. The Arts Week Festival takes 10 days, and there are presented the most impressive art masterpieces of national and foreign representatives. The festival also hosts a variety of modern music events, jazz, folk and literature meditations. The Cats Laughts Festival represents a comedy festival where are performing artists from the entire world. Kilkenny city is recognized as the main historical centre in Ireland. The monumental constructions and distinctive places in Kilkenny are enchanting the visitors and tourists with their elegance and architectural charming style. In the list of the most attractive sites in Kilkenny can be included the religious institutions. The Black Abbey Church, The Tullaherin Church and The Kells Priory ensemble the ecclesiastic complex of Kilkenny city. 

 
  The Kilkenny Castle in Kilkenny, dates the 13th century times and represents a major cultural venue of the city. The three sides of the castle (The Butlers, The Earls and The Ormonde) form an amazing architectural monument. In 1976 The Kilkenny Castle was opened for the visitors. The Castle’s Cultural Complex also provides an exhibitions hall, an art gallery and a small summer terrace. The Butlers Gallery is placed in the Kilkenny surroundings and it provides magnificent art collections and exhibitions. The National Crafts Gallery, which is situated near the Kilkenny Castle, offers great collections of the Irish crafts and local traditions. There are also preserved some industrial craft objects that reminds the old national activities. Another major tourist attraction is The Talbot’s Castle, that is also considered an amazing architectural point in the city, due to its round tower. The Rothe House represents a 16th century building witch was used as a political institution, is nowadays used as a museum and library. The Saint Canice’s Cathedral is considered one of the most beautiful religious institutions in Ireland. Besides its classical architectural design, there is placed a circular tower, which reminds the 9th century constructions. 
 
  For a really perfect cultural trip in Kilkenny, you should definitely visit The Saint Mary’s Cathedral. Placed in the James’s Street, it provides some charming pictures covered with golden fibers and unique sanctuaries characteristic for the 19th century. The Black Abbey building represents a tower church, where can be explored various historical slabs and ancient Dominican structures. Besides all these historical buildings that keep the national cultural inheritance, in Kilkenny city can be visited some art galleries, museums and theatres. The Watergate Theatre, The Set Theatre, The Great Bridge of Kilkenny, The John’s Bridge represent attractive tourist venues in Kilkenny city. If you want to enjoy a nice, quiet afternoon in Kilkenny, the perfect location is The Castlecomer Park. This site is a really amazing destination for a family picnic or for a relaxing evening. The wonderful Woodstock Gardens are placed on the Nore Valley River and it provides impressive landscapes and natural spots for recreation. Also, The Jerpoint Park combines the most picturesque places and spectacular alleys with overwhelming surroundings. Kilkenny city is a perfect destination for a romantic weekend and also for some exciting trips through the most beautiful and charming places in Ireland.




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Kilkenny - Historical ruins
Kilkenny - Historical ruins

Kilkenny - Accurate gardens
Kilkenny - Accurate gardens

Kilkenny - Wonderful night
Kilkenny - Wonderful night

Kilkenny - Distinctive infrastructure
Kilkenny - Distinctive infrastructure

Kilkenny - Rare exhibitions
Kilkenny - Rare exhibitions

Kilkenny - Natural beauty
Kilkenny - Natural beauty

Kilkenny - Cultural location
Kilkenny - Cultural location

Kilkenny - Charming landscape
Kilkenny - Charming landscape

Kilkenny - The Saint Canice
Kilkenny - The Saint Canice's Cathedral

Kilkenny - Amazing surroundings
Kilkenny - Amazing surroundings

Kilkenny - Spiritual centre
Kilkenny - Spiritual centre

Kilkenny - Kilkenny Castle
Kilkenny - Kilkenny Castle