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Festivals in Co. Kerry, Ireland - The appeals that Tralee in Co. Kerry, Ireland offers are positively endless. There are more than enough reasons to be in this town as you travel to Ireland. The town abounds in great culture and a legacy of tradition that have been relived every year for generations. This custom has been carried on up to these recent years. Tourists to Tralee are welcome to take part and get a taste of Tralee’s tradition through its festival.
The internationally recognized Rose of Tralee Festival is a never to miss event in Tralee, Co, Kerry, Ireland. This festival commenced in 1959 in an attempt to relive the Tralee’s Carnival Queen Event. Since its beginning, the Rose of Tralee Festival has attracted numerous tourists worldwide. Its appeal has reached as far as the other countries. Now, people from all parts of the world joins together every August to celebrate the Rose of Tralee Festival.
The Rose of Tralee Festival took its name from a famous love song of the 19th century composed by William Mulchinock. The song has a very romantic origin that adds up to the excitement of the festival. History reveals that William fell in love with a maid. Being in a high social status himself, William has moved to another place under his clan’s pressure. Upon his return, his beloved has already died of tuberculosis. The tragic ending for his love interest has inspired him to come up with the “Rose of Tralee” song.
To date, the Rose of Tralee is more than just a song to make you fall in love. It is now an international festival that has grown as a big event to look forward to. A proof of the growing popularity of the Rose of Tralee Festival is the criteria given to the potential “Roses”. During its first years, the Search for the Rose requires contestants to be a native of Tralee, then it became a Kerry native and now it has expanded to Irish natives – a proof that countless women wants to be the rose!
To experience the Rose of Tralee Festival, mark your calendar this August. The festival happens annually in August. Getting here is easy as well; Tralee can easily be reached by rail, bus, or plane! During the entire festival, tourists and locals can enjoy the live musical shows, parades, firework displays, and street entertainment.
Who would be the next rose? Find this out and more as you head your way to Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland this August. Experience feasting to the highest level as you take part in the Rose of Tralee Festival.
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