- Built in the twelfth century, Kilkenny Castle was the principal seat of the Butlers, earls, marquesses and dukes of Ormond for almost 600 years.
- A Short History of Kilkenny Castle. ... Visitor Info & Map for Kilkenny Castle. The castle is open to the public seven days a week year round.
- The Modern Day Siege of Kilkenny Castle. The second most dramatic moment in Kilkenny Castle’s history happened very recently indeed – back in 1922.
- Common Question: Is Kilkenny Castle Worth Visiting? This is one of Ireland’s most popular gems and if you’re in the area it’s 100% worth a visit.
- Today, Kilkenny Castle is open to visitors all year round and is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle.
- One of the first things we saw upon arrival in the beautiful medieval city of Kilkenny was the prominently sited Kilkenny Castle.
- The Butler family retained the castle and Kilkenny area for centuries. Kilkenny came into the limelight during the Irish Confederate Wars.
- The history of Kilkenny Castle dates back to 1172, when Richard de Clare (Strongbow) built a wooden mound castle on the banks of the Nore.
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- Kilkenny Castle is open all year round and is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive castle furnished with the family paintings and...