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Killaloe is the southernmost town on
Lough Derg and is steeped in history, it is the home of Brian
Boru, Ireland's heroic High King (1002-1014) who routed the
Vikings from Ireland. Here he was born and reared, and here
stood his palace of Kincora. In mid-July each year the village
of Killaloe celebrates "Feile Brian Boru" - a weekend of partying
with music, song, dance, and local competitions.  Always
well attended and supported if your visit coincides with this
time make sure you attend. Killaloe Music Festival has become
one of the highlights of the Irish classical music calendar
which is hosted annually in July by the Irish Chamber Orchestra.
Taking place within the historic walls of St Flannan's Cathedral
(built between 1185 and 1225), the festival is an extended weekend
of wonderful music-making by the Irish Chamber Orchestra and
the most celebrated international conductors and musicians.
Killaloe is separated from its 'twin' town of Ballina
by a bridge over the Shannon. It is the centre of a beautiful
and historic district - a land of legend and story, endowed
by nature with a beauty unsurpassed along the Shannon basin.
Killaloe is unique in having two little oratories, built about
three centuries apart. The gradual development of the art of
arched roofing can be traced through a study of these. In the
12th century Killaloe emerged as the ecclesiastical centre of
the newly formed diocese of the same name
 Limerick
City can boast a history which dates back over 800 years,
throughout this time the City has seen many changes. The magnificent
King Johns Castle which dominates the riverside was built in
1210 by King John and is definately not be missed. This huge
fortification was restored and excavated considerably over the
years and the result is a magnificent structure indeed. The
castle is located at the mouth of the River Shannon and held
prime position for the cities defence over the centuries. Some
features of the castle today include, excavated pre-Norman houses,
fortifications, and seige mines and tower and battlement walkways.
There is a wealth of information on Audio visual and on display
relating to Limericks History form the cities foundation to
the present day. For more information on Limerick and its environs,
please click here.
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| Accommodations |
Kincora Hall Hotel, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376000 Hotel
Lakeside Hotel, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376122 Hotel
Tinarana House, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376966 Hotel
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| Restaurants |
CherryTree Restaurant Lakeside, Ballina, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 375688
Dalcassian, Church St, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376762
Galloping Hogans, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376162
Goosers, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376792
Molly's Bar & Restaurant, Ballina, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376632
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| Pubs |
Anchor Inn, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376108
Dalcassian, Church St, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376762
Galloping Hogans, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376162
Goosers, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376792
Josie Reddan, Bridge Street, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376146
Molly's Bar & Restaurant, Ballina, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376632
Seanachaoi Pub, Bridge St., Killaloe, Co. Clare.
Watermans Lodge, Ballina, Killaloe, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 061 376333
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| Visitor Attractions |
Belltable Arts Centre, 69 O'Connell St, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 319866 Entertainment
Bunratty Castle, Bunratty, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 360788
Bunratty Folk Park, Bunratty, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 360788
Carrowbaun Farm, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Pet Farm
Carrowbaun Farm, Ogonnelloe, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376754 Pet Farm
Durty Nelly's, Bunratty, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 364861
Georgian House & Garden, 2 Pery Square,, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 314130
Hunt Museum, The Custom House,, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 312833
Killaloe Heritage Centre, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Heritage Centre & mu
Killaloe Music Festival, St.Flannans Cathedral, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 202620 Entertainment
King John's Castle, King's Island,, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 360788 Castle
Limerick City Gallery of Art, Carnegie Building, Pery Sq, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 310633 Entertainment
Limerick City Museum, Castle Lane,, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 417826 Museum
Limerick Regional Archives, Michael St., Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 410777
Shannon Reg.Fisheries Board, Thomond Weir,, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 455171
St.Mary's Cathedral, Limerick, Limerick, Co. Limerick.
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| Golf |
Pitch & Putt, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376346
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| Fishing |
M Keoghs Hardware, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376249 Tackle & Supplies
T.J.s Fishing & Angling Centre, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376009 Tackle & Supplies
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| Cycling |
Bicycle Hire, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376866
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| Equestrian |
Clonlara Equestrian Centre, Oakfield, Killaloe Road, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 354172
Lough Derg Equestrian Centre, Killaloe, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 376144
ShannonsideTrekking Centre, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376754
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| Sport & Leisure |
Limerick Greyhound Stadium, off Mulgrave St,, Limerick, Co. Limerick. Tel. 061 415170 Entertainment
Open Air Swimming, Ballina, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 096 70506 Watersports
Shannonside Adventure Centre, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376622
University of Limerick Activity Centre, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376622 Watersports
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| Gifts & Crafts |
Brian Boru Craft Centre, Royal Parade, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376012
Celtic Cat Craft Shop, Main Street, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 061 376 127
Marys Gift Shop, Main Street, Killaloe, Co. Clare.
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| Transport |
Petes Cabs, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Tel. 088 644635
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