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Blarney Castle

An age-old Medieval bulwark privy to some of Ireland's greatest treasures, the profoundly impressive Blarney Castle stands amid rolling green expanses. Though a host of structures have stood on this spot since 1200, the extant Blarney Castle and its surrounding grounds were constructed in 1446 by Cormac McCarthy, King of Munster. King McCarthy is said to have helped Robert the Bruce, the King of Scots, by supplying him with military aid, and in return, Robert the Bruce gave the King McCarthy half of the Stone of Scone, which many people know as the legendary Blarney Stone. Part of the rectangular fortress' time-weathered facade, the Blarney Stone is the subject of a generational legend. It is believed that kissing the Blarney Stone will give one the 'gift of gab' - an ability to flatter others eloquently. Today, visitors to the castle travel from far to wander around its stunning grounds, explore the nooks and crannies of the castle, and, of course, kiss the Blarney Stone.

Crawford Art Gallery Cork

One of the most important buildings in the city center, the Crawford Art Gallery is host to a good collection of Irish artists, both contemporary and historical, including James Barry, Nathanial Grogan, Walter Osborne, Jack B. Yeats, Tony O'Malley, and Louis le Brocquy. Some of Cork's present-day working artists are also represented, including Vivienne Roche, Maud Cotter and James Scanlon. A new wing has just been added for the purpose of exhibiting modern contemporary art from Ireland and abroad. After browsing through the exhibits, be sure to check out the Crawford Gallery Cafe where you can enjoy some fine food in pleasant surroundings. Check website for more details.

Lewis Glucksman Gallery

Lewis Glucksman art gallery is a building whose brilliant architecture has been the recipient of many prestigious awards. Along with forging a deep romance with the visual arts, the gallery is cloaked in a medley of concrete, timber and glass, championing the concept of sustainable architecture. It is located on the grounds of the University College Cork; it has three floors of display spaces and showcases temporary as well as permanent exhibits. With art works displayed across the beautiful campus of the gallery, its rotational exhibitions delight onlookers with a synthesis of art and architecture. Apart from exhibitions, the gallery undertakes initiatives to educate visitors about art and conducts numerous workshops and conferences centered around art. With over 350 works in its collection, this gallery is a marvel in itself, and has been one of the establishments which have framed the course of contemporary Irish art. The gallery also includes a shop lined with art books, catalogs, magazines, cards and museum gifts. A cozy cafe is also a part of the gallery which serves all the meals for the day as well as caters to conferences and small functions.

Cork Public Museum

This 18 acre site with a Georgian house was presented to the Cork Corporation in 1907 by the Cork International Exhibition Association. The site became Fitzgerald Park, a lovely garden in a clean part of the city. The building, known as the Shrubberies, was first turned into a museum in 1909. It became the location for the Municipal offices after the burning of the city hall by the Black and Tans, and re-opened as the present museum in 1945. The collections cover local history and date back to the Mesolithic period, with particular emphasis placed on civic regalia and the trades and crafts of the 19th and 20th centuries. Other collections include Cork silver and glass and delicate Youghal lace.

Triskel Arts Centre

Located in a historic building that was a former church, Triskel Arts Centre is an amalgamation of cinema, music and visual art. Each month, the center presents a varied schedule of events, featuring artists and performers from both, home and abroad. Guided tours are available of the venue every Tuesday and Thursday to explore the history of the church.

University College Cork

The elegant campus of University College Cork lies a little to the west of the city centre. The College was founded as Queen's College in 1845 and today is a constituent college of the National University of Ireland. The main buildings were ranged about three sides of a quadrangle, with the lecture rooms in the West Wing, the towered entrance, examination hall and library in the North Wing, and the residents of the President and Vice-President in the East Wing. Some vestiges of this scheme remain today. The president's garden behind the East Wing was originally walled off but is now open to students. The College is also home to the Boole Library, the famous Lewis Glucksman Gallery and the Granary Theatre.

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