About County Cork:
County Cork is situated in the South West of Ireland, it is the largest of all the Irish counties and in many ways the most varied. Rich farmlands and river valleys contrast with the wild sandstone hills of the west, and above all there is the magnificent coastline scooped and fretted by the Atlantic into great bays and secret coves, strewn with rocky headlands and long soft golden sands.

Michael Collins, a key figure in the War of Independence, was born near Clonakilty and assassinated during the civil war in Béal na Bláth, both in West Cork.

For further information about County Cork visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/County_Cork. or www.cork-guide.ie/

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The Atlantic Coastal path from Ballycotton to Ballytrasna and on to Ballyandreen is part of the East Cork way. This area is rich in wildlife. Famous for its pottery, Carrigaline is one of three satellite towns built around Cork City.

Cobh Heritage Centre - from 1848 - 1950 over 6 million adults and children emigrated from Ireland - over 2.5 million departed from Cobh. Carrigaline's main historical interest lies in the ruins of Carrigaline Castle.

Desmond Castle has had a colourful history, ranging from Spanish occupation in 1601 to use as a prison for captured American sailors during the American War of Independence.

Fota Wildlife Park is Ireland's only Wildlife Park. In this rural setting one can view rare and endangered species of wildlife in surroundings which have been developed as close as possible to their natural environment.

Enjoy a visit to The West Cork Model Railway Village the first of its kind in Ireland. Experience the sights and the sounds of life in West Cork during the 1940's.