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Co. Cork has been a shelter of great magnificence. This is well proven by existing castles and forts that serve as attestation to Cork’s celebrated days. Tourists who opt to travel to Cork have found these fortresses highly overwhelming. Experience the same spirit lure that has tempted those who have been to Co. Cork and see for yourself what magic will this county’s fortresses do for you.
Hitting Kinsale Road, you will find your way to the Desmond Castle. This structure is loaded with significant past and is considered as one of the most visited attraction in Cork. Originally, this castle was built to be a refuge for the ninth Earl of Desmond. The grandeur of this fortress started as early as the 15th century. Its allures continue to these days. It is well known in another name as the “French Prison” basically because it was used to shelter prisons in the 16th century. This castle has been a proud representation of Cork’s past. Tourists love the stone stairway and you will, too.
This castle is a perfect example of an urban stone dwelling and this is evident on the architectural structure and materials used for the construction of it. The facade of the castle displays a figure of the royal arm depicting the sovereignty of this stronghold.
Aside from being a prison house, Desmond Castle was also used as a work house during the history known Irish famine or the An Gorta Mór. After having gone through a lot of turbulent past, this hotel was surrendered to the authority of the Irish government. Thanks to this because in the early 19th century, Dresmond Castle was ready to be opened for public viewing and touring.
As of this time, Desmond Castle still displays the famed days it once had. Not merely a shelter or a prison house or a workhouse, this castle is now a popular tourist temptation in Co. Cork, Ireland. As it has lured many tourists who stayed in Co. Cork, now it looks forward to extending its grandeur on every one else.
Visit to Co. Cork, Ireland must always be marked with an exploratory tour to Desmond Castle.
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