- Blackrock Castle, located near Cork city centre on the banks of the River Lee in Ireland, is a unique blend of historical fortification and modern observatory.
- It seems that Blackrock Castle Observatory Cork has been the scene of various wars because it includes a wide range of different kinds of cannons.
- For the most part, Blackrock Castle served as a government building for the Cork Corporation (Cork City Council) rather than a defensive fortification.
- Housed in an iconic Cork landmark dating back to 1582, a visit to Blackrock Castle Observatory includes entry to Journeys of Exploration.
- Blackrock Castle was built at the request of the citizens of Cork to Queen Elizabeth I. The latter wanted a castle to watch over the town, and protect them from any...
- Blackrock castle is a 19th Century castle situated on the banks of the River Lee about two kilometres from the centre of Cork City.
- Blackrock Castle was originally built to protect Cork from pirates and invaders, back in 1582. A round tower was added around 1600 to help guide ships.
- Blackrock Castle is the oldest surviving structure still in use in the city of Cork; a 16th-century fort turned robotic observatory and science centre with panoramic...
- CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory (CITBCO) is a 16th century Castle located 4km from the heart of Cork city on the banks of the river Lee.
- Blackrock Castle, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the River Lee in County Cork, Ireland, has a rich and fascinating history dating back over 400 years.