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Kerry comes from the Irish word
Ciarraí meaning Ciar's People ie an early Celtic tribe who settled in
the area. Carrauntuohill is the highest mountain in Ireland. The Gap of
Dunloe contains many geographical features such as cirques and
interlocking spurrs. Kerry is surrounded by vast mountain ranges. Tralee
is home to the famous festival "The Rose of Tralee" in County Kerry.
Dingle, County Kerry is also the home to Fungi the Dolphin.
Wild and mountainous, County Kerry
has long attracted tourists in search of magnificent scenery.
Known as "the Kingdom" on account of its independence and disregard for
Dublin rule, Kerry's dramatic landscapes and wealth of prehistoric and
early Christian sites make it an unmissable destination.
The county's Dingle Peninsula boasts some of Ireland's most beautiful
scenery. A drive around the peninsula, which takes at least half a day,
reveals enchanting antiquities ranging from Iron Age stone forts to
inscribed stones, early Christian oratories and beehive huts.
The town of Killarney and its romantic lakes are also unmissable. The
three lakes are contained within Killarney National Park. The ever
changing light and colour over the lakes is breathtaking and the area
has long attracted artists and writers.
The long established scenic route around the county's Iveragh Peninsula
is known as the Ring of Kerry. Take a day to experience its enchanting
mountain and coastal scenery, interspersed with charming fishing
villages.
After a day's sightseeing, relax in some of the county's lively pubs and
excellent restaurants. Kerry also possesses many coastal resorts,
excellent angling waters, and good golf courses
No matter from which direction the
county of Kerry is approached, the great central spine of mountains
draws the eye of the traveller. The relatively high mountains and narrow
peninsulas conjure weather patterns which change the face of the
mountains, the surface of the water and the texture of the landscape by
the minute. The fretted coastline and deep bays created by the mighty
Atlantic play tricks with the light and produce a magical quality which
intoxicates the senses.
The south shore of the Shannon Estuary forms the northern boundary of
beautiful North Kerry. The county, noted for fun and festivals, is one
of Ireland's fastest growing tourism centres. Kerry has extensive
beaches and spectacular scenery.
The northern part of the county is lower lying. The main features of
County Kerry include the long bay of the Kenmare River, and Dingle Bay.
This county covers just over 1800 sq. miles.
Both Cork and Kerry have a very strong archaeological and historical
heritage and many surviving monuments can be visited. The visitor should
seek permission before entering private property. Some of these
monuments are National Monuments and are in the care of the State.
The first settlers in Ireland were the Mesolithic people who reached
Ireland about 9,000 years ago. While the concentration of known sites is
in the north east of Ireland, there is evidence of such early settlement
at the western end of the Dingle Peninsula.
There are over 80 stone circles to be found in the Region; their
prehistoric use is somewhat obscure, but they probably had a ritualistic
purpose. It is in the south west that the majority of Ireland’s Ogham
Stones are found. This was an early form of writing dating from
approximately 300 AD, using lines and strokes cut into the edges of
stones.
There are also many important Early Christian sites in the Region.
Medieval settlement in then Region was concentrated on the eastern part
of County Cork, with few County Kerry known sites.
Kerry
County Council
HOSPITALSBon
Secours Hospital
Strand Street, Tralee, Co. Kerry
Tel: 066 714 9800
Web:
http://bonsecours.org/ie/
Cahirciveen Community Hospital (St. Anne's)
Gurrambawn, Cahirciveen, Co. Kerry
Tel: 066 947 2100
Dingle Community Hospital (St. Elizabeth's)
Dingle, Co. Kerry
Tel: 066 915 1455
Kenmare Community Hospital
Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Tel: 064 41088
Killarney Community Hospital
Killarney, Co. Kerry
Tel: 064 31076
Listowel Community Hospital
Listowel, Co. Kerry
Tel: 068 21022
St. Finan's Hospital
Killarney, Co. Kerry
Tel: 064 31022
Tralee General Hospital
Tralee, Co. Kerry
Tel: 066 712 6241
ESTATE AGENTS
Coyne & Culloty
2 Main Street
Killarney
Co. Kerry
Phone : (064) 31274
Fax : (064) 33219
E-Mail : coynekil@iol.ie
Website :
http://www.killarneyproperty.com
Giles, William H & Co Ltd
23 Denny Street
Tralee
Co. Kerry
Phone : (066) 7121073
Fax : (066) 7121261
E-Mail : whgiles@eircom.net
Norths Real Estate Alliance
33 Denny Street
Tralee
Co. Kerry
Phone : (066) 7122699
Fax : (066) 7122426
E-Mail :
info@northsrealestatealliance.ie
Website :
http://www.northsrealestatealliance.ie
Walsh O`Sullivan
36 Lower Castle Street
Tralee
Co. Kerry
Phone : (066) 7122730
Fax : (066) 7126465
E-Mail : walosul@iol.ie
THINGS TO DO
The Ring of Kerry, Ireland
Beaches of Kerry
Fishing School
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