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31. The picturesque village of Inistioge on the banks of the River Nore, County Kilkenny
The fine stonework of the multi-arched bridge over the River Nore at Inistioge village, the banks are lined with Himalayan Balsam.
You can walk along the banks of the beautiful River Nore.
One of several ruined medieval buildings in the village.
The medieval church of St. Marys, Church of Ireland, Inistioge.
On the left, the ruined Augustinian Priory, in the middle, the medieval St Mary's Church, and on the right, the Catholic Church of St. Columcille (built 1836).
The church tower of St Mary (middle building) is 12th C and known as the 'White Tower', the far left priory ruin is known as the 'Black Castle'.
The interior of the Catholic Church of St. Columcille and part of the stained glass window.
The entrances to the churches of St Columcille (left) and St. Mary's (right) as a storm approaches!
There are plenty of places to eat and drink in Inistioge e.g. 'The Circle of Friends' in the centre of the village (left) and 'The Old Schoolhouse Cafe' down by the river (right).
* Glorious Ireland for good walking, family or mini-break holidays and something for every tourist visiting this beautiful and friendly country. Endless scenery and attractions and the hospitality and craic is just great with lots of accommodation and places to stay to suit all budgets. * Selected Irish holiday views * Selected 'tourist' views of Dublin * Pictures-notes of places to visit and buildings to see in Dublin * updated Oct 31st 2007 * EMAIL Phil Brown * Irish images-photographs-pictures-webshots-photos-scenic views of our Irish car and walking tours © Dr W P Brown * |
