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Historic Buildings in Killarney Area

Muckross House and Gardens Killarney National Park, Muckross, Killarney, Co. Kerry Within Killarney National Park is Muckross House, a magnificent Victorian mansion and one of Ireland s leading stately homes. The elegantly furnished rooms portray the lifestyles of the landed gentry, while downstairs in the basement one can experie... More information on Muckross House and Gardens	Muckross Friary Muckross Estate, Killarney, Co. Kerry This Franciscan Friary was founded in the 15th century and is in a remarkable state of preservation. The tower was added after the church was built and is the only Franciscan tower in Ireland which is as wide as the church. The cloister and its assoc... More information on Muckross Friary
Ross Castle Killarney, Co. Kerry This Castle may be considered a typical example of the stronghold of an Irish Chieftain during the Middle Ages. The date of its foundation is uncertain but it was probably built in the late 15th century by one of the O Donoghue Ross chieftains. It is... More information on Ross Castle