- Glandore: A picturesque coastal village on a yachting harbor, Glandore overlooks the Atlantic with two islands, Adam and Eve, at its mouth. Located in West Cork, its early-19th-century pier and colorful cottages offer stunning sea views, ideal for sailing and whale-watching. The village’s proximity to Union Hall and scenic coastal walks enhances its charm.
- Allihies: Located at the tip of the Beara Peninsula, Allihies is a vibrant village with brightly colored houses set against rugged cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean. Its copper-mining heritage, visible in the Allihies Copper Mine Museum, complements its dramatic coastal scenery, making it a haven for hikers and artists.
- Eyeries: On the Beara Peninsula, Eyeries is a postcard-perfect village with jewel-toned cottages lining its main road. Backed by mountains and facing Coulagh Bay, it offers breathtaking views and access to coastal trails. Its tranquil setting and proximity to megalithic sites make it a hidden gem for nature lovers.
- Baltimore: A lively seaside village, Baltimore is a gateway to Cape Clear and Sherkin Islands. Its sheltered harbor, Blue Flag beaches, and views of Carbery’s Hundred Isles make it ideal for fishing, birdwatching, and sailing. The 13th-century castle and vibrant maritime atmosphere add to its scenic allure.
- Union Hall: A quaint fishing village in West Cork, Union Hall sits on a sheltered harbor with charming stone cottages. Its scenic waterfront, historic Keelbeg Pier, and proximity to Glandore Bay offer peaceful coastal views and walking opportunities, embodying the essence of “Old Ireland.”
- Goleen: Located near Mizen Head, Ireland’s southernmost point, Goleen is a pretty village with a scenic setting near Barleycove Beach, one of Ireland’s finest. Its rolling countryside and proximity to Crookhaven and Dunmanus Bay provide stunning coastal vistas and a laid-back ambiance.
- Adrigole: On the Beara Peninsula, Adrigole lies between Bantry Bay and the Caha Mountains, offering dramatic sea and mountain views. Its tranquil harbor and proximity to Glengarriff’s nature reserve make it a serene base for exploring West Cork’s rugged beauty.
- Ballingeary: An Irish-speaking village in the West Muskerry Gaeltacht near the Shehy Mountains, Ballingeary is set along the River Lee’s scenic lakes. Its lush surroundings and cultural heritage, including a language college, make it a charming rural retreat with picturesque drives.
- Bweeng: A small village in North Cork, Bweeng had the youngest average age (30.2 years) among Cork settlements with at least 500 people in 2022. Its rolling farmland and proximity to the Boggeragh Mountains offer scenic rural charm, ideal for quiet countryside exploration.
- Kilcrohane: On the Sheep’s Head Peninsula, Kilcrohane is a remote village with stunning views of Dunmanus Bay and the Atlantic. Its quiet trails, part of the Sheep’s Head Way, and rugged coastal scenery make it a peaceful retreat for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
Villages
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Towns
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Awards
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Cork:
Ireland’s county Cork blends historic sites with scenic beauty, with Cork City’s English Market and St Fin Barre’s Cathedral offering cultural and architectural depth. Blarney Castle, home to the famous Blarney Stone, provides historic allure, while the coastal town of Kinsale offers sailing and seafood. Other attractions include the Beara Peninsula’s rugged trails. Cork is Ireland’s largest county by size (7,460 sq km) and third largest by population (584,156). Population peaked at 854,118 in 1841 (when Cork was Ireland’s most populous county) and reached its lowest point, 330,443 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Cork is Ireland’s second most visited tourist county with around 1,228,000 international visitors per year.
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