Cork

Situated on an estuary that opens onto the Atlantic Ocean, Ireland’s second largest city has been likened to Dublin without the traffic; it is crammed with cosy pubs and cultural attractions. Sights include the 19th century Cork City Jail, the protestant Finbarr’s Cathedral, and the Cork Museum, which is largely given over to the nationalist struggle in which Cork played an important role. Popular day trips from Cork include Blarney Castle and Kinsale. Cork is five ... More about Cork