Limerick
"The city has lifted itself, with some spirit, in recent times... Its central streets buzz with life and a busy shopping scene. Fine museums and galleries, and a thriving restaurant and pub-club culture, have enhanced Limerick's already warm heart." (P.289 of the Lonely Planet Guide, 2010)
Founded by the Vikings over 1000 years ago, Limerick is a most interesting and attractive place to study English.
A city of many contrasts, Limerick's recent programme of urban renewal has managed to successfully blend the modern with the historic. It offers many cultural attractions, including cinema, theatre, museums, concerts and a wide variety of sports amenities. In their free time, students can also enjoy the lively atmosphere in traditional
pubs, discos and restaurants. Most importantly, the exceptional friendliness of the people ensures that students
feel welcome and get maximum benefit from their course.
It would be difficult to imagine a better or more central location from which to explore the many attractions of the
West of Ireland. Outstandingly beautiful lakes and hills and the splendour of the Atlantic Ocean are all just a short drive from Limerick. A visit to this vibrant city will ensure a memorable stay for the international student. If you would
like information on the city and the Shannon Region, the following websites may be useful:
http://www.limerick.ie
http://www.shannon-dev.ie
http://www.meetlimerickshannon.com
More general information on Ireland is available from the Irish Tourist Board.
Here is a list of the top 10 things to do or see in Limerick
The Limerick region
Limerick is an ideal location if you want to explore other beautiful parts of Ireland on day trips. Located as it is in the west of the country, there are many places of interest within an hour or two of Limerick city. The following is just one example:
Bunratty Castle & Folkpark - located about 15 minutes from Limerick City, this tourist site makes an ideal afternoon or day long trip for the visitor. The Castle dates from AD 970 and the Folk Park recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Victorian Ireland. There is a huge array of traditional buildings; which reflect the economy of the people who lived there at the time. You can see houses belonging to the poorest one roomed dwelling to Bunratty House, a beautiful example of a Georgian house that gentry lived in. Traditional jobs and crafts are also represented, milling, the forge, pottery, printing, baking, farming etc.
