Cork, the City of Cathedrals and Jazz
July 20, 2010
Cork is one of the major cities of Ireland. Previously, the city was a walled city. Now the city is noted for its many tourist attractions, historical settings and music festivals.
Near Blarney Cork is the place where the famous Blarney Stone. Thousands of tourists visit Blarney Castle each year, a house of more than 500 years old. Going up the 127 steps to the top of the castle, 37 feet high, will find the Blarney Stone, a stone with possible mystical properties allegedly brought from Scotland in 1314.
Cork is a city full of culture. Highlight the many museums, art academies and festivals held throughout the year. The Cork Jazz Festival is held every October since 1978 and brings together the genius of jazz.
Cork architecture known for its Georgian-style buildings. There are still remnants and ruins of medieval buildings, such as Red Abbey. Red Abbey Red Abbey, dating from the fourteenth century, and today only the tower remain central.
The city has two cathedrals, the Cathedral of St. Mary and St. Finbarr’s Cathedral. St. Mary’s Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral which dates from 1808. St. Finbarr’s Cathedral, XIX century, is a Protestant cathedral, and is built on an ancient cathedral dating from the seventh century. Above the sanctuary of the cathedral is an elaborate Angel of the Resurrection of copper and gold.
Among the more modern monuments stands the Town Hall was once the tallest building in Ireland. Elysian Tower now holds the post. One of the most famous churches is the Church of Shandon, famous for its tower. The south and west walls of the church are made of white stone typical of the region, while the other two walls are made of red stone. The tower is considered the symbol of the city, and the top is a weather vane of 3.3 meters.
One of the most famous streets in Cork is the street of San Patricio. This street is full of old buildings and the best shops, and is noted for its curved shape. The street takes its original form to the fact that it was originally built on arches over the River Lee. The nearby Grand Parade Avenue is the city’s financial district, full of large companies and offices.
In this city include other tourist attractions such as Elizabeth Fort, Cork Opera or Fitzgerald Park, with a small swamp in the middle. It also highlights the quadrant of the University of Cork, one of the most important institutions of the country. It is worth visiting the UK market, a covered market dating back to 1610.
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