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The county of Donegal is one of the most scenic counties in Ireland. Its coastline is rugged and beautiful, with many secluded beaches and picturesque villages. Inland, it is dominated by mountains and lakes. And there are still some places where you can experience a traditional Irish lifestyle. Cork County is home to two UNESCO World Heritage sites: Rock of Cashel and the Blarney Castle. There are also several ancient monastic settlements throughout the county. The Wild Atlantic Way stretches across the west coast of Ireland, from Donegal to Kerry. This route takes in the Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland’s most popular tourist destinations. The Ancient East is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty stretching from Dublin to Waterfod. The Ancient East is one of the oldest regions of Ireland, dating back over 5,000 years.— The Pale, the Smoke, or the Metropolitan County Cork is the largest county in Ireland. It lies on the west side of Dublin Bay and contains the city of Cork. It is bordered by Waterford City and County Westmeath to the north, Kerry to the northeast, Clare to the southeast, Limerick City and County to the south, and Galway City and County to the southwest. In 2011, the population was 751,819. The area is known for its rich history, culture, and scenic beauty. It is one of the most densely populated counties in Ireland, and is often referred to as "the gateway to Munster". Dublin is the capital of Ireland. It is located on the River Liffey about 2 km (1 mi) inland from Dublin Bay. Its name derives from Dubh Linne ("Black Pool"), a reference to the dark green colour of the water. The Irish name, Baile Átha Cliath, literally translates as Town of the Hurdles. The English name dates from the 13th century.

Dublin grew up around three natural harbours: Portobello, Ringsend and Sandymount. These ports became busy trading centres during the Middle Ages, particularly for wine and wool exports. They declined in importance following the silting up of the harbour mouth. By the 18th century, the port of Dublin had become the leading trade centre in Ireland. In recent decades, Dublin has seen rapid economic growth. This has been associated with expansion into adjacent areas such as South Leinster, Fingal and North Dublin. The Greater Dublin Area now covers some 50 square kilometres (20 sq mi), roughly equivalent to the size of Belfast, and includes parts of six local government districts. The city is served by four international airports: Dublin Airport, George Best Belfast International Airport, Shannon Airport and Knock Airport. Dublin is the seat of the Oireachtas, the national parliament of Ireland. The city is also the location of Government Buildings, the seat of the President of Ireland.— The Lakeland County County Fermanagh is located in Northern Ireland. It borders counties Tyrone and Londonderry to the north, Donegal to the west, Monaghan to the south, and Derry to the east. The county town is Enniskillen. The county covers an area of 2,872 square miles (7,542 km2). Its population according to the 2011 census was 105,948. The county contains three towns, one urban district council, five rural districts and eight civil parishes. The largest settlement is Dungannon, which lies within the borough of Omagh. Other large settlements include Cookstown, Magherafelt, Lisnaskea, Newbuildings and Strabane. The county is named after the River Erne, which flows through it. A number of smaller rivers flow into the river including the Blackwater, the Bann, the Finn, the Moyola, the Shrule, the Suck, the Tarbert, the Tullybrack, the Tyrawley and the Yeel. There are several lakes in the county, including Lough Melvin, Lough Oughterard, Lough Beg, Lough Gowna, Lough Owel, Lough Neagh, Lough Derravaragh, Lough Corrib, Lough Mask, Lough Allen and Lough Ree. The county is known for its scenery, particularly around the Mourne Mountains, Slieve Donard and Carrickmore mountain ranges. These mountains form part of the Great Sugar Loaf range. They rise above the flatlands of the southern half of the county. The county is well known for its horse racing, golf courses, fishing, hunting, shooting, cycling, walking, hillwalking, canoeing, sailing and swimming.— The Hooker County County Cork is the most populous county in Ireland. This video takes you around Galway City, exploring some of the highlights including Eyre Square, the Spanish Arch Bridge, O'Connell Street, the Cliffs of Moher, the Corkscrew bridge, the Spanish Castle, the Quay, the Black Head Peninsula, the Burren, the Skellig Islands, the Aran Islands, and much more. The county is known for its scenic beauty, its friendly people, and its thriving tourism industry. With over 800 km of coastline and more than 200 islands, it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with surfing, fishing, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, golfing and cycling among the favorite leisure activities. In addition to its natural beauty, County Cork boasts a fascinating history dating back to prehistoric times. Its capital city of Galway is renowned for its lively arts scene, while nearby Kinsale is one of the oldest towns in Ireland. Other notable cities include Bandon Dunes, Midleton, Skibbereen, and Youghal.

Cork County Council provides a wide variety of services including roads, housing, planning, community development, business, tourism, etc. Cork County Council is responsible to provide good quality public services and to facilitate the delivery of those services. Cork County Council supports local business through economic growth initiatives. This video explains how Kerry County Council works.

Cork County Council has launched a new website dedicated to providing information about the county. The site, known as Kildare — The Shortgrass County, the Thoroughbread County, features a map of the county and provides information about local businesses, schools, sports teams and more. The site includes a list of local organizations such as libraries, museums, art galleries, historical societies, and archives. Other sections include news, events, jobs, health care, education, government, crime prevention, recreation, culture, tourism, transportation, finance, and agriculture. In addition to the main section of the site, there is also a section devoted to the history of the county. People can use the site to learn about the history of the area, including how many people lived here during different periods of time, what happened during World War II, and much more.