Cashel (Gaelic: Caiseal Mumhan) is a town in County Tipperary, Ireland. A popular tourist destination, the town is most famous for its “Rock of Cashel”, a rocky hill where you’ll find a vast architectural and archaeological complex dating back to the Middle Ages. An exceptional site, attracting thousands of visitors every year!
Long ago, Cashel was the capital of the Kingdom of Munster, one of Ireland’s major provinces. Very powerful at the time, the town was known throughout Ireland.
That’s why the Rock of Cashel was built here, a collection of cathedrals, churches and other religious edifices. A true symbol of power for the time.
The site was the scene of great occasions, such as the coronation of the famous King Brian Boru in 977, who went on to defeat the Vikings.
Today, Cashel is a popular tourist destination. Enjoy the colorful town center, shops, restaurants and accommodations. The people are friendly, the food and drink authentic… And there’s nothing quite like the charm of a local pub, with its traditional Irish music and plush banquettes!
In short, you’ll discover the village and its warm hospitality: you’ll enjoy wandering its streets, discovering its tourist attractions, and immersing yourself in the heart of the country’s major medieval history.
Everyone flocks to the Rock of Cashel, set on its rocky outcrop. Allow at least a day to explore its churches, cathedrals and exceptional round towers. Fans of medieval architecture will be blown away! The area is considered one of Ireland’s finest medieval treasures. There are few sites of such scope and richness of culture and history!
Last but not least, the village is also renowned as the birthplace of a famous Irish local product. This is where Cashel blue cheese is made! This delicious blue-veined cheese is sold all over Ireland, and can be found on top-flight gourmet plates!
A sure bet when it comes to artisan cheese! Buy it on site, and enjoy it facing the Rock, for even more pleasure!