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Limerick ( / ˈlɪmərɪk / LIM-ər-ik; [ 5] Irish: Luimneach [ˈl̪ˠɪmʲ (ə)nʲəx]) is a city in western Ireland, in County Limerick. It is in the province of Munster and is in the Mid-West which comprises part of the Southern Region.
Limerick is a city full of little “wows”. First off, there’s its location – right on the grey-blue gush of the River Shannon. Then, there’s its history: from brutal sieges in the 17th century to the grand Georgian era of the 18th century, all of which is written into the town’s streetscapes.
Dec 29, 2023 · 19 Of The Best Things To Do In Limerick Today (Hikes, Castles + History) By Keith O'Hara. Last updated: December 29, 2023. There’s some mighty things to do in Limerick City and beyond! However, the county tends to get overlooked by many, despite the fact that it’s just off the Wild Atlantic Way.
Aug 16, 2024 · Limerick, city, port, and county town (seat) of County Limerick, west-central Ireland. It occupies both banks and King’s Island of the River Shannon at the head of its estuary emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.
The city was besieged three times in the 17th century, culminating in the famous 1691 Treaty of Limerick and the flight of the defeated Catholic leaders abroad. Much of the city was built during the following Georgian prosperity, which ended abruptly with the Act of Union in 1800.
Nov 23, 2021 · County Limerick is a must-visit on a trip to Ireland. From Limerick City with the impressive King John’s Castle to the museums, mountains, abbeys, and more, there is something for everyone in this beautiful county in Ireland.
Limerick (Luimneach) is a city in County Limerick in the Shannon Region of Ireland, with a population in 2024 of 60,314. It's a miniature Dublin with its Georgian streets, historic sights, and many visitor amenities, and is a good base for visiting its surrounding county plus County Clare and County Tipperary .
Limerick City is the hub and capital of the Shannon Region and the 3rd largest city in the Republic of Ireland. Its colourful and fascinating history is evident everywhere and proudly maintained.
Located 200km from the capital, Dublin, Limerick is Ireland’s third largest city. Ireland’s first National City of Culture, Limerick’s rich cultural life can be seen in its vibrant and historic venues and lively festival scene.
Urban markets and five-star manors, mountain-biking and world-class rugby – it all finds a home in Limerick, the perfect blend of city and county.
