This castle was also built purely for defense as there are arrow slits all the way to the roof with no larger windows which would indicate more familial residence. Today the castle stands in ruins though there was talk of restoring it. It is situated right in town center between the two cathedrals in the town square. This castle has five or six level with very large rooms. This castle was built purely for defense as well though there were also full time residents.
Common arrow slits cover the walls all the way to the roof with only the rare larger window.
Ross Castle is surrounded by a short curtain wall with several guard towers. This site overlooks Lough Leane, one of the famous lakes of Killarney. Historically, Ross Castle was the last stronghold under Irish control to be taken by Oliver Cromwell's forced in 1653. Most of Ireland's castles were eventually felled or taken over by Cromwell or his armies between 1649 and 1658 when he finally died.