tibruit wrote: » Can any locals tell me what the large circular feature visible on google maps, on the northeastern side of Lough Leane is? Just wondering if its modern or historic .
Boom__Boom wrote: » As a local, I definitely would rule out the possibility of it being a "modern" structure and would say that it is probably a ring-fort. No idea of how old though but given the Copper mines go back to around 2500 BC there's a long period of time for when it might have been occupied. Despite having a bit of an interest in local history, and living pretty close I've never heard or seen of it before. Also I would be surprised if it was visible at ground level (not 100% but have no recollection of ever seeing it and have been along the roads a couple of hundred times.) The fact that it's the same size as the water treatment plant gives a good idea of the size of it. With the amount of water at the moment down around Ross at the moment, it's not the ideal time to be investigating further but once the ground dries out a bit I'll definitely be going investigating further.
immersive wrote: » On a side note check out a new Facebook page, Killarney down memory lane, some very good photos there.
Halo Kitty wrote: » Have to have to agree on the enjoyment of that page. I joined it over 4 months ago but over that last week over a thousand people have shared photos. Thoughts and stories about Killarney pre 1990.. Think it has done more for Killarney than any other tourism site.. With people from all over the world sharing their memories.
Stressica wrote: » How Much do you think a taxi from Killarney to Tralee would cost? Im going to a gig at the INEC in Feb and its iver round 11pm.. so id stay cost of the 3 of us staying overnight would be more expensive then a taxi back,, especially if we split cost
Stressica wrote: » well i wont be staying overnight, 3 of us staying in a hotel would be more expensive then splitting a taxi fare 3 ways. so makes more sense to go home that night. can you recommend any good taxi companies in killarney? but yeah its a friday night so ill defo book in advance
tinner777 wrote: » lads is spice world on muckross world still open?
dobman88 wrote: » Robertinos The Med on High Street. I ate there on Wednesday with my girlfriend and thought it was great. Reasonable too I thought. €70 for 2 mains, 2 desserts and a bottle of prosecco. And good service. That is my favourite restaurant. Another good one is Casita Mexicana, kind of a hidden gem. Located just behind the Glebe car park where the old market used to be. The Malton Hotel have Wine Rooms now and they do main course and a glass of wine for €15-€20 I think. Honorable mentions to Bricin (high street) and Paddy's (main street) restaurants. Two fantastic restaurants. Also Stonechat if it's open. Really depends what you are looking for. My advice would be to just walk round town and see what catches your eye. We are spoilt for choice in Killarney.
monkeynuz wrote: » Can anyone tell me if Ross castle is worth visiting and is there much to do there? Also is the craft shop any good? Thanks.
Boom__Boom wrote: » If you're in Killarney it's definitely worth a spin down as it's only 5/10 minutes from the center of town but there's not exactly a huge amount to do there indoors. It is pretty scenic with a good view of the lakes (its a popular spot for wedding photos) There is the possibility of going on a boat trip on the lakes (might need to do research on this as it's off season at the moment) as well as a number of different walks through the national park or even a ride on a jaunting car. Havent been inside it in a good while - the castle interior is fairly small and I've no recollection of there even being a craft shop in it. This might have changed. If there is I can't imagine it being very big. Another option is Muckross House, which is slightly further out of town but has a fairly decent sized craft shop (really wouldnt be the best person to ask about the quality of a craft shop) and a popular restaurant/coffee shop [not the fanciest but decent quality and you're pretty much guaranteed to meet locals there, which is always a good sign imo]. This also has a variety of walks through the gardens as well as the possibility of a ride on a jaunting car.
monkeynuz wrote: » Thanks for that boom boom, We will give it a look when we are in killarney I think the website says there is a shop or something so wondered how good it is. Thing with Ross castle is we have never seen a sign for it anywhere lol. Yes I know muckross well and we love it there.
RevBlueJeans wrote: » During the month of January, two successful prosecutions were carried out by the Health Service Executive on (both in Kerry): • Tralee Central Hotel, Maine Street, Tralee, Kerry • Salvadors/The Med (restaurant), High Street, Killarney, Kerry
RevBlueJeans wrote: » All the car parks at Ross Castle have been flooded for last week.
