Blarney Castle

Set in idyllic Irish countryside, Blarney Castle is home to the famous Blarney Stone. Situated high in the battlements of the castle, the stone is believed to have special powers. Those that kiss the stone are said to inherit the gift of eloquent speech. The castle itself began life as a 10th-century hunting lodge and was rebuilt in stone in 1210, only to be demolished and reconstructed in its original form by Dermot McCarthy, King of Munster, in 1446. Today, much of it lies in ruins.

Contact Addresses

Blarney Castle, Blarney, County Cork, Ireland
Tel: (021) 438 5252
Website: www.blarneycastle.ie