We managed to arrive at Ross's Castle before the crowds got there, before the boatmen were even up and about. The castle is seriously impressive with several unusual features like the two points near the top for pouring oil down on attackers: one in stone on the right, and the other covered by a wooden flap near the centre.
The castle and its walls were fairly typical of a Irish chieftain's stronghold in the 15th century. It was much extended and enhanced over the centuries.
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| Ross Castle |
The castle sits on the edge of one of the famous lakes of Killarney. The day was wonderfully clear as we cycled through the grounds. Flocks of swans preening themselves in tranquil spots. We had to give way to the stream of horse and traps filled with tourists tripping out from Killarney town to the Castle.
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| Killarney Lakes |
After returning to the castle we head in the other direction to investigate the various monuments, structures and remains of a series of copper mine workings. It was quieter on this side with fewer tourists, no traps and hardly a boat to break the mirror still lake.
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