Tralee and Dingle Beautiful Beaches Location Map Distances shown are direct, Road distances are longer. Cork as can be seen from the above map is an ideal central location for you holiday in Southern Ireland. Travel is easy and relaxed especially if you have your own or a hire-drive car. For shorter journeys bicycling is ideal for those who enjoy the open air and the peace and tranquility of the countryside. Ireland has a low population density so most of your journeys will be on single lane roads and some dual-carrigeways.
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Part 1 You should allow approx. Blarney Castle is the home of the world famous Blarney Stone. Blarney Castle was built in 1446 by Cormac McCarthy,the King of Munster. At the base of the castle is Blarney Rock Close a collection of large boulders and rock formations forming a mystical rock garden. This is believed to be the remains of a Druidic settlement and place of worship.