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Derreen Garden,
Kenmare, Co Kerry |
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Derreen Garden in
Kenmare was planted 120 years
ago. Set on
the spectacular Beara Peninsula just 24
km outside of Kenmare,it
boasts unrivalled views of
Kilmakilloge Bay and the Caha Mountains.
The growth of exotic plants from
many parts of the world caused by the
high rainfall of Kerry gives one the
impression of walking through a tropical
jungle. The
tree ferns from Australia grow side by
side with clumps of huge bamboos which
contrast with the towering conifers and
the many brilliant coloured
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Muckross House & Gardens
, Killarney, Co Kerry |
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Situated in Killarney National Park,
Muckross House and Gardens are among the
most popular of Irish visitor
attractions.
Queen Victoria paid a visit here, to the
Herbert family, in 1861. The House was
later owned, in turn, by Lord Ardilaun
(of the Guinness family) and by the
Bourn Vincents. Muckross Traditional
Farms are also open to the public.
Between the months of April and
July, Muckross Gardens are spectacularly
adorned with the red and pink flowers of
mature Rhododendrons. Other garden
features include a Sunken Garden, a Rock
Garden and a Stream Garden. An
Arboretum, containing many trees from
the Southern Hemisphere, was established
here in 1972. |
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