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"Honestly, I wasn't expecting much from Blarney Castle - you know, after exploring so many castles, your standards tend to rise. Climbing to the top to plant a kiss on the legendary wishing stone 😉, I couldn't help but appreciate the breathtaking view that greeted me. The Gardens took me by surprise in the best way possible. I found myself captivated for hours, wandering amidst tales of old while catching whiffs of wild garlic along the way. I could have easily spent even more time there. From the woods to the vibrant blooms and meandering pathways, every corner of these 60 acres is meticulously maintained and undeniably alluring. Blarney Castle and its Gardens are truly a hidden gem. PS: Blarney is outside of Cork City, but it's only 20 min bus ride and definitely worth it!"
Krista Geiger
"This castle, known for The Blarney Stone (Irish: Cloch na Blarnan), can be found outside of Cork The Blarney Stone is a block of Carboniferous limestone built into the battlements of Blarney Castle, Blarney, about 8 kilometres (5 miles) from Cork, Ireland. According to legend, kissing the stone endows the kisser with the gift of the gab (great eloquence or skill at flattery). "
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Raven Patzke
"Do I even need to elaborate? The Blarney Stone is a well-known attraction that, when kissed, is said to bestow “the gift of eloquence”. To properly kiss & receive this gift, one must lean backwards and basically kiss the stone upside down. What most people don’t know, however, is that the Blarney Stone was once the deflector stone at the bottom of a toilet… Pucker up!"

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