🏰 Blackrock Castle

Ireland · Europe · 51.90°N, 8.40°W

Blackrock Castle is a castellated fortification located at Blackrock, about 2 km from Cork city centre on the banks of the River Lee in Ireland. Originally developed as a coastal defence fortification in the 16th century to protect upper Cork Harbour and port, the site now houses an observatory, visitor centre and restaurant.

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Quick facts

Country	Ireland
Continent / region	Europe
Coordinates (approx.)	51.90°N, 8.40°W · view on map

Blackrock Castle is located in Ireland, in Europe.

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Aghalard Castle · Archbold's Castle · Ardee Castle · Ardfinnan Castle · Ardgillan Castle · Arkin's Castle · Ashford Castle · Ashtown Castle · Athlone Castle · Athlumney Castle.

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