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   Kilmallock. / 52.399; -8.575. Kilmallock ( Irish: Cill Mocheallóg) [2] is a town in south County Limerick, Ireland, near the border with County Cork, 30 km south of Limerick city. There is a Dominican Priory in the town and King's Castle (or King John's Castle). The remains of medieval walls which encircled the settlement are still visible.

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   Kilmallock. Kilmallock is set in the valley of the River Loobagh, nestled at the foot of the Ballyhoura Hills to the south, and with the Galtee mountains to the east. It is an attractive town of great cultural and heritage value, sufficient to prompt one traveler to describe the town as 'the Irish Baalbek'. Read More.

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   Kilmallock History & Heritage. Kilmallock is an important Norman town and was at the centre of Ireland’s political development from the 13th through to the 17th centuries, a history that is evident through the rich architectural heritage that is the town’s national monuments. Follow in the footsteps of men and women from the Middle Ages and ...

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   Kilmallock Museum, taking a more conventional approach, reflects local life during the 19th and 20th centuries and is open to visitors 9.30am-5.30pm, Monday- Friday, or by appointment. If you prefer a guided tour contact Kilmallock Museum, or you can download a free audio guide that leads you on a historical walk around the town taking in Kilmallock’s Dominican Priory and the Collegiate Church .

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   Visit Kilmallock in the valley of the River Loobagh in County Limerick and admire its picturesque setting at the foot of the Ballyhoura Hills. Take a spin on one of the scenic cycling paths or stroll along the Ballyhoura... Try adjusting your filters or search term. Walking and cycling trails, historical attractions and an impressive falconry ...

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   Kilmallock. Kilmallock ( Cill Mocheallóg, "the church of Saint Mocheallóg") is a village in County Limerick in Ireland. It's difficult to believe now, but this little place (population 1761 in 2021) was once of great strategic importance, reflected in the ruins of its abbey, castle and medieval town walls. Battles, sieges and sackings ...

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   Where is Kilmallock in Ireland?

   • Kilmallock ( Irish: Cill Mocheallóg) is a town in south County Limerick, Ireland, near the border with County Cork, 30 km south of Limerick city. There is a Dominican Priory in the town and King's Castle (or King John's Castle). The remains of medieval walls which encircled the settlement are still visible.

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   Is Kilmallock a 'Baalbek'?

   • Kilmallock is set in the valley of the River Loobagh, nestled at the foot of the Ballyhoura Hills to the south, and with the Galtee mountains to the east. It is an attractive town of great cultural and heritage value, sufficient to prompt one traveler to describe the town as 'the Irish Baalbek'. Want to Submit a Listing ?

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   How has Kilmallock changed since medieval times?

   • The town of Kilmallock has scarcely altered since medieval times. It still lies within the narrow oblong area once enclosed by the town walls; and its medieval streets are also the streets of today. All this wonderful heritage of stone being sufficient to prompt one traveller to describe the town as “the Irish…

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   Why is Kilmallock a popular tourist attraction?

   • Today, King John’s Castle, Kilmallock, stands as a symbol of Ireland’s complex and storied past. The castle serves as a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors from all over the world who are eager to learn about its fascinating history and admire its impressive architecture.

   King John’s Castle: A Guide to Kilmallock’s Most Iconic Castle

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   King John, who ruled England and large parts of Ireland from 1199 to 1216, recognized Kilmallock’s strategic importance and ordered the construction of a formidable castle to consolidate his power in the region. Construction of King John’s Castle began in the early 1200s, with the intention of serving as a robust defensive structure.