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Inland county in the province of Leinster.  Stretching over 800 square miles, Kilkenny is a medium sized county, with a population of  over 80,000 people. Geographically, the county is varied: the elevated Castlecomer plateau to the north, the Slieveardagh hills in the west and the hills in the south and east of the county. Through the two [...]

One of Ireland’s most delightful towns, Kilkenny stands on a bend in the River Nore. It is packed with history (in summer, with tourist traffic too), and aspects of its medieval history are particularly well preserved. Discerning visitors are duly catered for with high-quality craft studios and good restaurants. The most striking building is the castle, [...]