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    The fireplace in the entertainment hall. The floor was wood - you can see where it was held up.The Earl's extension to his private chambers, unusual for the time.One of the latrines. Just send it on down the side.A spot at the top to pour hot oil down.Ryan kissed the stone.A small watch tower.

    Blarney Castle

    June 25, 2024 in Ireland ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C

    Blarney Castle and its famous stone is only about 15 minutes outside of Cork, so we stopped by on our way to Limerick. It was a bit of a spectacle with a half hour wait to get to the top, but there was plenty to look at and placards explaining what we were staring at as we waited. I declined to kiss the stone.Read more