Delve into Knockakilleen in Ireland
Knockakilleen in the region of Connaught is located in Ireland - some 114 mi or ( 184 km ) West of Dublin , the country's capital .
Local time in Knockakilleen is now 12:40 AM (Wednesday) . The local timezone is named " Europe/Dublin " with a UTC offset of 0 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Truro, Derry, Belfast, Tralee, and Sligo. While being here, you might want to check out Truro . We discovered some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Knockakilleen ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
Videos
Go where Padraic takes you...
From Roundstone harbour to Inisheer, go where Ireland takes you... ..
Galway hookers at Cruinniú na mBád 2009
Galway hookers at Cruinniú na mBád (the gathering of the boats) in Kinvara, preparing to start racing on Sunday 23 August 2009. ..
The Burren Ireland
Video by Robin Wallace www.celticvideo.com Full DVD available at amazon... http A guide to walking the rocky hills of the burren, a unique landscape in the west of ireland. ..
Corcomroe Abbey (Chapter 4)
This is Chapter 4 of the videos from our April 2007 trip to Ireland. It starts with Corcomroe Abbey south of Galway near the Burren. This beautiful abbey was founded in 1194. We had the place to ourse ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Corcomroe Abbey
Corcomroe Abbey is an early 13th-century Cistercian monastery located in the north of the Burren region of County Clare, Ireland, a few miles east of the village of Ballyvaughan. It was once known as "St. Mary of the Fertile Rock", a reference to the Burren's fertile soil. The abbey is noted for its detailed carvings and other rich ornamentation, which are not commonly found in structures from this period. It features a typical cruciform church facing east, with a small chapel in each transept.
Located at 53.13 -9.05 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
Dunguaire Castle
Dunguaire Castle is a 16th-century tower house on the southeastern shore of Galway Bay in County Galway, Ireland, near Kinvarra (or Kinvara). The name derives from the Dun of King Guaire, the legendary king of Connacht. Today, the castle's 75-foot tower and its defensive wall have been restored to excellent condition, and the grounds are open to tourists during the summer. It is thought to be the most photographed castle in Ireland.
Located at 53.14 -8.93 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
River Corrib
The River Corrib (Irish Abhainn na Gaillimhe) in the west of Ireland flows from Lough Corrib through Galway to Galway Bay. The river is among the shortest in Europe, with only a length of six kilometres from the lough to the Atlantic. It is popular with local whitewater kayakers and is the training ground of NUI, Galway Kayak club, as well as several rowing clubs. The depth of this river reaches up to 94 feet.
Located at 53.27 -9.05 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Spanish Arch
The Spanish Arch (Irish: An Póirse Spáinneach) in Galway city, Ireland, was originally an extension of the city wall from Martin's Tower to the bank of the Corrib, as a measure to protect the city's quays, which were located in the area once known as the Fish Market (now Spanish Parade). It was constructed during the mayoralty of Wylliam Martin in 1584, being called ceann an bhalla (the head of the wall).
Located at 53.27 -9.05 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Pearse Stadium
Pearse Stadium (Irish: Páirc an Phiarsaigh) is the principal Gaelic Athletic Association stadium, in County Galway, Ireland. The stadium opened on June 16, 1957, as 16,000 people came to watch Galway beat Tipperary in hurling, and Kerry in football, and to watch Bishop Michael Browne bless the facility. The stadium was opened by GAA President, Séamus McFerran. Among those invited were the 12 surviving members of the 1923 all-Ireland winning hurling team.
Located at 53.26 -9.08 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
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