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The Bantry House and Gardens brags its history that dates back as early as the 17th century during its purchase. In the early 19th century, visitors and guests of Co. Cork were allowed to enter the house and marvel at its rich collection of antique furniture and works of art. This house is considered as a historic mansion as it has been weathered by a number of historical passing. The house is still owned by the descendants of the Earls of Bantry.
Upon its opening to the public, the Bantry House and Gardens is a regular conversation topic of those who have been to Co. Cork, Ireland and amazingly among those who are yet planning their trip as well. Indeed, this is a must-visit site not only for nature motivated travelers but also for history inclined tourists.
The Bantry House always comes along with the garden. These two are the bread and butter of Co. Cork. They can be well appreciated together than on their own. The garden has seven terraces, with the house being on the third. An ornamental plot on the south part of the garden borders the wisteria circle. A fountain was also built to add more point of interest in the setting.
The focal part that makes the demesne visit a truly complete one is the Hundred Steps. These steps are built with local stones and a proud product of the past century. It stands proud in the heart of azaleas with their funnel shaped corollas and the highly ornamental rhododendron.
The Bantry House and Gardens has stood as splendid and magnificent as it is now all throughout its centuries of existence. It is amazing how a historic mansion like this, which was once a usual shelter, has been transformed to a well acclaimed tourist appeal.
The Bantry House and Gardens offers its guests with a number of facilities necessary for a more comfortable and relaxing visit. With its picture perfect scenery and awe-inspiring landscape, tourists will definitely come back again and again to re-experience it.
No matter what your purpose is in traveling to Co. Cork, take some time out and visit the Bantry House and Gardens. Without doubt, this is a gorgeous spot with spectacular sights that will take your breath away.
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