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Cork City A City of Saints and Scholars

Oleh Tours of Cork
Pembatalan percuma tersedia
Harga adalah RM 579 seorang dewasa* *Dapatkan harga yang lebih rendah dengan memilih lebih daripada 2 orang dewasa
Ciri-ciri
  • Pembatalan percuma tersedia
  • 2j
  • Baucar mudah alih
  • Pengesahan serta-merta
Gambaran keseluruhan

Embark on a journey through Cork, the “Rebel City,” to explore its rich heritage of saints and scholars. This tour weaves through the city, highlighting sites of spiritual, educational, and cultural significance.

Ireland is known as the “Island of Saints and Scholars” due to its profound contributions to Christian spirituality, education, and the preservation of knowledge during the early medieval period. This title reflects Ireland’s unique role in fostering both religious devotion and intellectual achievements, particularly during a time when much of Europe was experiencing decline after the fall of the Roman Empire.

This nickname reflects the country’s rich legacy in spreading faith and learning both within and beyond its shores. Even today, Ireland is home to a thriving literary and academic culture, with a history of producing world-renowned writers, poets, and thinkers.

This tour can be modified to your interests. All guides are fully registered and highly experienced.

Lokasi aktiviti

  • University College Cork (UCC)
    • University College Cork, Western road
    • T12 HY8E, Cork, Ireland

Titik Pertemuan/Penebusan

  • Daunt Square
    • Cork, County Cork, Ireland

Beberapa tempat pertemuan/penebusan tersedia, lihat maklumat lokasi untuk mendapatkan senarai penuh

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Cork City A City of Saints and Scholars
  • Tempoh aktiviti ialah 2 jam2j
    2j
  • Bahasa Inggeris
Pilihan bahasa: Bahasa Inggeris
Butiran harga
RM 579.46 x 2 DewasaRM 1,158.92

Jumlah
Harga adalah RM 1,158.92
Hingga Kha, 19 Jun

Perkara yang dirangkumi dan tidak dirangkumi

  • Apa yang disertakanApa yang disertakanExperienced local guides

Ketahui sebelum anda tempah

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Jadual perjalanan aktiviti

University College Cork (UCC)
  • 20m
University College Cork (UCC) is one of Ireland’s leading universities, renowned for its rich history, vibrant campus life, and high academic standards. Founded in 1845, it is Ireland's second oldest university, located on the scenic banks of the River Lee. UCC’s picturesque campus blends historic architecture with modern facilities. The Main Quadrangle is the heart of the campus, designed in a striking Tudor Gothic style inspired by Oxford and Cambridge colleges. The Honan Chapel, built in 1916, is a masterpiece of Celtic Revival architecture, featuring stunning stained-glass windows and intricate mosaics. It’s renowned for its spiritual ambiance and historical significance. The campus is also home to the Ogham Stone Corridor, an impressive collection of ancient stones inscribed with the earliest form of Irish writing, highlighting UCC's commitment to preserving Irish heritage.
St. Anne's Church
  • 10m
St. Anne's Church, located in the historic Shandon district of Cork City, is one of Cork’s most iconic landmarks, known for its striking clock tower and the famous Shandon Bells. It offers panoramic views of the city and a unique cultural experience for visitors. St. Anne’s was built in 1722, and belongs to the Church of Ireland (Anglican denomination). It has served as a place of worship for over 300 years. The Shandon Bells are one of the church’s most famous features. Visitors can climb the 132 steps of the tower to ring the bells using a set of ropes, playing tunes from a songbook provided at the belfry. The Clock Tower, often called the "Four-Faced Liar," humorously earned its nickname because each clock face often shows slightly different times due to weather conditions affecting the clock mechanisms.
St Fin Barre's Cathedral
  • 10m
Marvel at the magnificent St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, dedicated to Cork’s patron saint. St. Fin Barre, a scholar and monk, established a monastic settlement here in the 7th century. Explore the stunning Gothic Revival architecture, intricate mosaics, and the famed golden angel.
St. Peter and Paul's Church
  • 10m
St. Peter and Paul's Church is a stunning example of Gothic Revival architecture located in the heart of Cork City on Paul Street. It is one of the most beautiful and historically significant churches in the city, known for its intricate design and rich heritage. The church was designed by the architect Edward Welby Pugin, son of the famous Augustus Pugin, who contributed to the design of the British Houses of Parliament. It was completed in 1866 to serve Cork’s growing Catholic population. The church is renowned for its exquisite Gothic Revival style, featuring pointed arches, vaulted ceilings, and richly decorated columns. The interior boasts intricate wood carvings, beautiful stained-glass windows by Mayer of Munich, and a magnificent high altar crafted from Carrara marble. The detailed sanctuary and side altars showcase fine craftsmanship, reflecting the influence of European ecclesiastical design.
Nano Nagle Place
  • 10m
The Nano Nagle Centre in Cork is a heritage and spirituality center dedicated to the life and legacy of Nano Nagle, the founder of the Presentation Sisters and a pioneer of education in Ireland. It serves as a place of reflection, learning, and social justice, celebrating her remarkable contributions to education and care for the poor in 18th-century Ireland.

Lokasi

Lokasi aktiviti

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESUniversity College Cork (UCC)
    • University College Cork, Western road
    • T12 HY8E, Cork, Ireland

Titik Pertemuan/Penebusan

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEDaunt Square
    • Cork, County Cork, Ireland
  • PEOPLEPEOPLESt Anne's Church Shandon Bells & Tower
    • Church Street
    • Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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