Limerick- The Land of Lakes and Lace
Limerick, situated at the Shannon Region of Ireland would promise a spectacular holiday experience thanks to its sheer multitude of options and leisure activities. From castles and museums to lip smacking cuisines and well stocked pubs, you could not have asked for more.
History
Vikings were one of the earlier inhabitants of this city. In 812 this walled city was established by them on the "King's Island" in the River Shannon. In the 12th century the city was inhabited by Normans during which many historical buildings like the King John's Castle and St Mary's Cathedral were built. It came under attack several times before it was rebuilt during the Georgian prosperity, which was curtailed by the Great Irish Famine and world wars until it became prosperous in the 1990s.
Popular places
Unexplored and unspoilt,
Limerick is a great Irish tourist destination that is waiting to be explored. From fabulous outdoors and exquisite cuisine and trendy taverns, this city has all the ingredients to whip up an enjoyable holiday. The Hunt Museum and the Pery square that represents the city of the yore are some of the popular attractions in this city.
Limerick is much more than lace, bacon and ham as it has some of the best attractions and activities in the whole of Ireland. The 15th century Bunratty Castle has an open air museum showcasing the unique Shannon houses. This city flaunts a crammed activity list that caters to fun seekers of all possible genres. From fishing to golf and trekking there is something special for everyone out there. The exciting shopping option and an impressive festival calendar are some of the other excuses that would entice you to prolong your vacation in Limerick.
Getting around:
Limerick could be explored by car, bicycle or public transport buses. The cycling tracks make it easy for the cyclists to roam around the city, no matter which mode of transport you prefer to use a good
guide is to get a map of Limerick.
Places of Entertainment:
There are many things to see and do in this interesting destination. Foynes flying boat museum recreates the maritime legacy of the port of Foynes, which was once the hub of air traffic between the United States and Europe. There are vintage styled cinemas, museums and souvenir shops. In case you fancy enjoying the unspoilt beauty of its countryside, Ballyhoura Mountain would be a great option. This natural woodland park of rugged mountains is a great bet to explore the unique flora and fauna of this region.
Accommodation Options
Limerick has a good range of accommodation option to suit the diverse budget of the travellers who visit Limerick. From
budget hotels to B & B to
guesthouse, motels,
bed & breakfast,
youth hostels accommodation and camping options there is a lot of options to choose from.
Currency:
Euro is the currency of
Limerick and is very easily available at Banks and with any authorized travel agencies, check the
news and internet to make sure you get the best exchange rates.
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