Limerick City
'There once was a city called Limerick…' Umm, no, can't think of anything that rhymes with Limerick. And no one is quite sure why those humorous five-line verses are named after this Irish city, though the term dates from the late 19th century.
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Top places to visit in Limerick City
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Attraction in Limerick CityKing John's Castle -
Attraction in Limerick CityHunt Museum - Attraction in Limerick CitySt Mary's Cathedral
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Attraction in Limerick CityFrank McCourt Museum - Attraction in Limerick CityLimerick City Gallery of Art
- Attraction in Limerick CityPeople's Park
- Attraction in Limerick CityThomond Park Stadium
- Attraction in Limerick CityBishop's Palace
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