Sights in South Of Galway City
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Dunguaire Castle
The chess-piece-style Dunguaire Castle was erected around 1520 by the O'Hynes clan and is in excellent condition following extensive restoration. It is widely believed that the castle occupies the former site of the 6th-century royal palace of Guaire Aidhne, the king of Connaught. Dunguaire's owners have included Oliver St John Gogarty (1878–1957) – poet, writer, surgeon and Irish Free State senator.
The least authentic way to visit the castle is to attend a medieval banquet. Yuck-filled stage shows and shtick provide diversions while you plough through a big group meal.
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