| It may not sound like a very romantic place, but | | | | worthwhile to take in the Cork County Gaol, an |
| Cork is the city in Ireland where most people go | | | | historic facility that offers an audio-visual |
| for kisses! They are not kissing people, of course, | | | | presentation and educates visitors on the |
| they are travelling to kiss the famed Blarney | | | | experiences of 19th century prisoners. Also likely |
| Stone, found in the Blarney Castle estate. This is | | | | to appeal to guests of all ages is the West Cork |
| just one of the many fun attractions that Cork | | | | Model Railway, a fascinating model railway village |
| has to offer, but it is possibly one of its most | | | | that offers guests a glimpse into what life was |
| famous. | | | | like in Cork in the 1940s. |
| Other attractions in Cork offer fun for all ages. If | | | | If it's something more current you're after, you |
| it's historic architecture that interests you, in | | | | may be drawn in by the chance to take in a |
| addition to the Blarney Castle there is also | | | | sporting match or participate in a little fishing |
| Desmond Castle, which was used as a jail for | | | | excursion. Cork also offers a fine selection of |
| soldiers captured during the American Revolution. | | | | shops and a modest collection of pubs, depending |
| Also of interest is Charles Fort Kinsale, a | | | | on which direction your tastes lie, and it's possible |
| star-shaped fort built late in the 17th century, and | | | | to hire a coach or bus to conduct you on a |
| for those of you who like a dash of the modern | | | | private guided tour. While the majority of Cork's |
| in your historic adventure there is Bantry House | | | | appeal lies with families and those eager to |
| and Gardens, which offers a multimedia tour in | | | | experience a bit of history, the diligent tourist is |
| addition to the fine scenery. | | | | sure to find something for everyone. |
| Those tourists visiting with children may find it | | | | |