A late 19th century view of Blarney Castle, a medieval stronghold, that saw many military actions in Blarney, County Cork, Ireland. It was built around 1446 by the MacCarthy of Muskerry dynasty, a branch of the Kings of Desmond. At the top of the castle lies the Stone of Eloquence, better known as the Blarney Stone; tourists visiting the castle may hang upside-down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone, which is said to give the gift of eloquence.

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Size: 4680px × 3712px
Location: Blarney, County Cork, Ireland
Photo credit: © De Luan / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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