Kilkenny

St. Canice's Cathedral

St. Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny contains some of the finest 16th century monuments in Ireland. The memorials stretch right across the social spectrum from the great figures of the house of Ormonde to the humble shoemaker and carpenter.

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St. Canice's Cathedral
Image courtesy of Dept. of Environment, Community and Local Government

St. Canice's Cathedral

St. Canice's Cathedral, Kilkenny contains some of the finest 16th century monuments in Ireland. The memorials stretch right across the social spectrum from the great figures of the house of Ormonde to the humble shoemaker and carpenter.

Image courtesy of Dept. of Environment, Community and Local Government

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The name Kilkenny has its origins in the Irish language. Cill Chainnigh translates to ‘Church of Cainnech’. It is named after the 6th century Irish priest St. Cainneach, also known as Canice, whose memory is honoured in St. Canice’s Cathedral in Kilkenny City.

Co. Kilkenny is surrounded by the counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow, Laois and Tipperary. The county has no extended coastline, and only has access to the sea at Belview Port on the Suir Estuary and via New Ross on the River Barrow.

Brian Cody

Brain Cody is one of the most successful hurling managers that there has ever been.

Image courtesy of The Irish Times

Brian Cody
Image courtesy of The Irish Times

Brian Cody

Brain Cody is one of the most successful hurling managers that there has ever been.

Image courtesy of The Irish Times

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Kilkenny City has become well known in recent years as a hub for Arts & Comedy Festivals in Ireland, but it also has a rich and exciting natural environment. The wide meandering Rivers Nore and Barrow create a tranquil landscape in the county, while their sister river, the Suir, forms the border with Co. Waterford.

Outdoor water activities are very popular, as well as equestrian and Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) sports. Kilkenny is famous for its skill in hurling, Ireland’s most ancient sport. The renowned Mount Juliet parkland golf course is the glittering jewel of Kilkenny’s crown. This lush, championship golf course was designed by Jack Nicklaus. It opened in 1991 and has played host to the Irish Open three times. It is widely regarded as one of the best golf locations in the world.