- The Rock of Cashel is well worth a trip to see. We took advantage of the free tour included with admission which gives a great overview of its history.
- The Rock of Cashel location on an impressive limestone outcrop in the Golden Vale, and its historic significance, make it a remarkable site.
- The former seat of the Kings of Munster, the Rock of Cashel was handed over to the church in 1101 and became the seat of the Archbishop.
- The Rock of Cashel: Things to Know About This Storied Irish Landmark. The Rock of Cashel is a historic landmark dating back to the 11th century.
- The great Rock of Cashel is traditionally referred to as “Cashel of the Kings”, and it was marked from very early times as the seat of the powerful Kings of Munster.
- When visiting the Rock of Cashel, you can tour the site independently or join one of the 45-minute guided tours that take place several times a day.
- The Rock of Cashel (Carraig Phádraig) in Ireland is a medieval complex steeped in centuries of history, both royal and ecclesiastical.
- In the 4th century the Rock of Cashel was chosen as a base by the Eóghanachta clan from Wales, who went on to conquer much of Munster and become kings...
- While the Rock of Cashel is undoubtedly the highlight of Cashel, there are other attractions worth exploring in the area.
- St Patrick In the mid-5th century, St Patrick spread Christianity and visited the Rock of Cashel while a christening of the King of Munster king was taking place.