CHARLES FORT
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Charles Fort is a stronghold from the 17th century, which is located around 30 minutes walking from Kinsale city centre. Some parts are uphill, but nothing very heavy. Until you get there you can enjoy the beautiful scenery:
The feature getting more attention on this fortress is the fact it is star shaped!!!
This feature was used to protect themselves against cannon shooting. The architecture is really impressive, because this is a building made around 1670. It was declared Ireland National Monument in 1971. Another things that gets your attention is its excellent conservation.
Charles Fort was kept in operation by the British Army until 1922, year that Ireland got its independence. In front of it (on the other side of the river), you can see James Fort, but it is not opened to visitation.
More information about Charles Fort click here.
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O forte eh bem lindo, e a trilha para chegar lah eh muito legal tambem, No verao dizem que tem um restaurante muito bom funcionando dentro das dependencias do forte. Vale a pena mesmo!!!
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