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Visiting Kilkenny is like stepping back into Medieval times in southeast Ireland. The town was settled by Norman occupiers in 1195, and Kilkenny Castle was constructed. There are many ancient religious sites in Kilkenny including St. Canice’s Cathedral from the 13th century and the Black Abbey Dominican Priory which was built during the same period. Visitors can walk the Medieval Mile which links the Castle and St. Canice’s Cathedral and is lined with shops, cafes, pubs, boutiques. Other great attractions to visit in Kilkenny include Rothe House and Gardens, Kyteler’s Inn, The National Craft Gallery, The Butter Slip, Grace’s Castle (Now Kilkenny Jail and Courthouse), The Canal Walk, Jerpoint Abbey, and Shee Alms House. Ghost tours are also popular.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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