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King John's Castle
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Bumble-Bee
November 17, 2018
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Castle from the 13th century is one of the best preserved Norman castles in Europe.
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•Targi
September 7, 2024
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King John's Castle (Irish: Caisleán Luimnigh) also known as Limerick Castle is a 13th-century castle located on King's Island in Limerick, Ireland, next to the River Shannon. Although the site dates back to 922 when the Vikings lived on the Island, the castle itself was built on the orders of King John of England in 1200. Some of the external walls, towers and fortifications remain, and the site is open for visitors. The remains of a Viking settlement were uncovered during archaeological excavations at the site in 1900.
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_John%27s_Castle_(Limerick)
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_John%27s_Castle_(Limerick)
Hendrik
June 3, 2018
Hiking
Located on the small island of Kings Island in the middle of Limerick. The island is formed by the rivers Shannon and Abbey.
The Castle was commissioned by King John and built 1200-1212. The Castle was designed to intimidate the Irish population and protect Protestant settlers.
The Castle was commissioned by King John and built 1200-1212. The Castle was designed to intimidate the Irish population and protect Protestant settlers.
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