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|text='''Kilkenny''' is a city in [[County Kilkenny]], of which it is the county town. The city is built on both banks of the River Nore. Kilkenny is an ancient borough with a Mayor and long tradition; in 2009 the city celebrated its 400th year since the granting of city status in 1609, and within the borough boundary is a population of 8,711, and twice as many folk beyond the formal borough bounds. | |text='''Kilkenny''' is a city in [[County Kilkenny]], of which it is the county town. The city is built on both banks of the River Nore. Kilkenny is an ancient borough with a Mayor and long tradition; in 2009 the city celebrated its 400th year since the granting of city status in 1609, and within the borough boundary is a population of 8,711, and twice as many folk beyond the formal borough bounds. | ||
| − | The city is a popular tourist destination; Kilkenny's heritage is evident in the city and environs including the historic buildings such as Kilkenny Castle, St Canice's Cathedral and round tower, Rothe House, Shee Alms House, Black Abbey, St Mary's Cathedral, The Tholsel (Town Hall), St. Francis Abbey, Grace's Castle, and St John's Priory. Kilkenny is regarded for its culture with craft and design workshops, the Watergate Theatre, public gardens and museums}}<noinclude> | + | The city is a popular tourist destination; Kilkenny's heritage is evident in the city and environs including the historic buildings such as Kilkenny Castle, St Canice's Cathedral and round tower, Rothe House, Shee Alms House, Black Abbey, St Mary's Cathedral, The Tholsel (Town Hall), St. Francis Abbey, Grace's Castle, and St John's Priory. Kilkenny is regarded for its culture with craft and design workshops, the Watergate Theatre, public gardens and museums.}}<noinclude> |
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