King John's Castle
★★★★☆
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King John's Castle is a 13th-century castle located on King's Island, next to the River Shannon. Although the site dates back to 922 when the Vikings lived on the Island, the castle itself was built on the orders of King John in 1200.
One of the best preserved Norman castles in Europe, the walls, towers and fortifications remain today and are visitor attractions. The remains of a Viking settlement were uncovered during archaeological excavations at the site in 1900.
One of the best preserved Norman castles in Europe, the walls, towers and fortifications remain today and are visitor attractions. The remains of a Viking settlement were uncovered during archaeological excavations at the site in 1900.
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Reviews and impressions
Carmen
My family and I took a cultural trip. My husband got to hold a sword and reenacted being knighted. It was fabulous!