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Limerick (/ ˈ l ɪ m ər ɪ k / LIM-ər-ik; 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.
4 days ago · 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. Under the Local Government Act of 1888, Limerick became a county borough with a city.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Limerick is located in the Mid-West Region of Ireland and is also part of the province of Munster. 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.
Introducing County Limerick. A limerick is a five-line verse, either smart or silly, popularised by Edward Lear in the 19th century – but there’s nothing silly about County Limerick. It contains variety, humour and history all in the same place.
Limerick city, one of the oldest cities in Europe, is a Viking city dating back to the 9th century and is home to a multitude of historical and cultural treasures. Its castles, ancient walls and museums are a testament to its dramatic and captivating past.
