• The present Blarney Castle is the third castle to be built on the site. The first, in the 10th century, was wooden. In about 1210, this was replaced by a stone structure.
  • The stone was put into a tower of the Blarney Castle in 1446 and has become one of Ireland’s most successful tourist attractions.
  • The history of Blarney Castle begins in the 10 th century. It is believed that, at that point of time, the site was occupied by a defensive structure built of wood.
  • Blarney Castle is a medieval stronghold in Blarney, near Cork, Ireland. ... The Blarney Stone is among the machicolations of the castle.
  • Blarney Castle is more than 500 years old, and a major tourist attraction in Ireland. Thousands of visitors kiss the Blarney Stone to get the gift of the gab.
  • Dating back to the 10th century, Blarney Castle has played a large role in many of the trials and tribulations that Ireland has seen in past centuries.
  • The most popular part of Blarney Castle is the Blarney Stone set atop the tower. ... The Blarney Gardens are one of the most famous spots in The Blarney Castle.
  • There are those who think that you come to Blarney Castle only to see the Stone. But you will leave knowing that the Blarney Stone is only a part of the attraction.
  • We spent the morning in Blarney Castle and its surrounding gardens. The castle itself is not that special, but kissing the Blarney Stone is a must if you are here.