Killarney National Park
Killarney National Park (Irish: Páirc Náisiúnta Chill Airne) is located in County Kerry in the southwest of the Republic of Ireland on the Iveragh Peninsula.
The national park, which covers over 100 km², borders the town of Killarney and includes the three lakes Lough Leane, Muckross Lake and Upper Lake, which together make up an area of 22 km² of the park. One can find here one of the oldest of the remaining oak forests in Ireland. Besides the oaks, yews, mosses, lichens and ferns also grow abundantly in the park. As in the whole southwest of Ireland, due to the influence of the Gulf Stream, numerous flowering plants can be found in the national park, which are otherwise only known from the Mediterranean area, for example the shrubby strawberry trees and large-growing rhododendron bushes. Rhododendron has become a problem for the park in recent years. In the mild, humid climate it finds ideal growing conditions and now threatens to overgrow large parts of the park. With the help of work camps, they are trying to contain the infestation.
Muckross House can be described as the tourist hub of Killarney National Park. The manor house of the Herbert family, built in 1843, can be visited and is situated in a picturesque location on the shore of Muckross Lake, surrounded by well-kept lawns, a beautiful flower garden and a rock garden.
A tourist centre has been built near Muckross House from which visitors can visit the Kerry County Life Experience. The visitor gets an insight into rural life around 1930 and can watch craftsmen at work.
From Muckross House you can explore the surrounding area by single-axle horse-drawn carriage or on foot. A popular destination is the Torc Waterfall. On a headland in Lough Leane is Tower House Ross Castle, where you can gain an insight into the daily life of a clan chief.
Innisfallen Island can be visited with its remains of the once mighty Innisfallen Abbey. An overview of the Upper Lake can be seen from Ladies' View, a popular tourist stop on the Ring of Kerry, which was used by Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting. There is also a well-developed network of signposted walking trails around the lakes and along the slopes of the surrounding mountains.
Parts of the park are crossed by the Kerry Way long distance footpath.
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Muckross House
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Muckross Lake
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Muckross Gardens
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The Torc Waterfall
Questions and Answers
Q: Where is the Killarney National Park located?
A: The Killarney National Park is located in County Kerry in Ireland.
Q: What natural features can be found in the park?
A: The park has mountains, lakes, woods, and waterfalls.
Q: How large is Killarney National Park?
A: The park covers an area of 26,000 acres (11,000 hectares).
Q: What is the name of the highest mountain range in Ireland that can be found in the park?
A: The highest mountain range in Ireland is called McGillycuddy's Reeks and it can be found in the park.
Q: Which town is located to the south and west of Killarney National Park?
A: The town of Killarney is located to the south and west of the park.
Q: What is the importance of Killarney National Park?
A: Killarney National Park is a national park that preserves the natural beauty and resources of County Kerry in Ireland. It is also a popular tourist attraction.
Q: How can one enjoy the natural beauty of Killarney National Park?
A: One can enjoy the natural beauty of Killarney National Park by hiking, cycling, horse riding, and boating. There are also guided tours offered in the park.
