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Unusual Attractions in Cork

The Butter Museum

This Irish museum in a historic 19th century market pays tribute to the glory of butter.

'Kindred Spirits' Sculpture

A tribute to the incredible generosity the Choctaw Nation showed the Irish people during the Great Famine.

Knocknakilla Stone Circle

Just another ancient, mysterious Irish stone circle.

Baltimore Beacon

An oddly conical beacon perched atop beautiful Irish cliffs.

Boole House

An important landmark in the history of algebraic logic.

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Punishment Book at Jameson Distillery

The whiskey producer's archives includes a historical list of infractions committed by and associated penalties exacted upon employees.

13 miles from Cork

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Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance

A memorial created by an Irish nurse who lived in New York City during 9/11.

14 miles from Cork

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The Butter Museum

This Irish museum in a historic 19th century market pays tribute to the glory of butter.

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