Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland. Kilkenny Castle built in a commanding position above the River Nore.

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Kilkenny Castle built in a commanding position above the River Nore in Kilkenny, Ireland. Kilkenny Castle dates to the 1190s when it was built as a Norman fortress and was occupied as recently as 1935. It was donated to the Irish Republic in 1967. It is one of the best known castles in Ireland and represents a blend of its medieval roots and Victorian influences.

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Location: Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Photo credit: © Bruce Leighty / Alamy / Afripics
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