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Explorez 10 monuments, sites et attractions à Cork, Ireland. Des incontournables aux perles cachées — sélectionnés à partir de vraies expériences de voyageurs.

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  1. The Lough park

    Lough Rd Open 24 hours Free 51.88735, -8.48677

    Situated 1km south-west of Cork city centre and is one of Cork's most fascinating amenities. It is a small freshwater limestone lake in a shallow depression. The Lough receives its water from springs and from water percolating from the ridge to the north on which stands the Lough parish church.…

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    It teems with wildlife and the central island provides a safe haven for the numerous types of wildfowl stocked in the Lough. The Lough delights a wide range of people of all ages who engage in such activities as jogging, walking, reading and nature study. There are also a restaurant and bar at the SW end, both with good views of the Lough. The Lough was declared a Public Wildlife Refuge in 1881 and is one of Ireland's oldest protected areas.

  2. Cork Historic Walking Tours

    Offer the visitor the opportunity to understand the City's history, from its foundation by St. Finbarre right up to the 20th Century. The tour brings the visitor to the site of the ancient monastery of Cork, through the areas of Viking settlement, the medieval streets of the Norman walled city and along the waterways of the expanding 18th and 19th century city.…

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    The tour explains the history of the city in an informative and relaxed way.

  3. Elizabeth Fort

    Offers a good view over the city. However, it is not easily seen from the city. From Southgate Bridge, go up Barrack Street and turn right. The Elizabeth Fort Market Festival takes place on Sundays inside the historic fort walls and features Irish-made crafts, gourmet food, and entertainment.…

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    [http://www.elizabethfortmarketfestival.com] There is a police station within the fort.

  4. Lewis Gluckman Gallery

    This piece of modern architecture is situated within the grounds of University College Cork. Within is state of the art technology to protect and display major exhibitions of international art, along with facilities for workshops, film screenings, lectures and art classes. A café is situated on the ground floor.

  5. Cork City Gaol

    Convent Avenue, Sunday’s Well Mar-Oct 09:30-17:00, Nov - Feb 10:00-16:00 €8/person for adults, €4.50 for a child 51.89972, -8.49859

    Slightly outside the city centre, this attraction is very much worth the visit. It can be reached by using the city sightseeing bus, by taxi or by a 30 minute walk. There is a small admission fee, but is worth every penny. The Gaol also provides fine views of the west of the city, including the University.

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  6. University College Cork

    Western Rd Free 51.89323, -8.49247

    Take a stroll through the College which is open to the public and take in the variety of architecture here, from the newly constructed extension of the Boole Library to the newly repointed limestone Honan Chapel which is popular for graduate weddings.

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  7. St Finbarr's Cathedral

    This is just a few minutes away from the Elizabeth fort and much easier to find. A fine 19th century Gothic Revival building. Visible from the back is a golden angel high upon a tower.

  8. Shandon Church

    The tower and bells are symbols of the city, and overlook it from the north. Visitors are allowed to ring the bells. This church is situated in a conservation area.

  9. Cork Vision Centre

    North Main St Free

    This is in a former church in North Main Street. It has a large scale model of the city and plentiful free tourist info which should help your understanding.

  10. Páirc Ui Chaoimh

    Ballintemple 51.89969, -8.43531

    This 50,000 capacity stadium is the home of Cork GAA. It is open on matchdays and Monday and Wednesday for tours.

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