Walking the Medieval Mile
A straightforward walking route through medieval Kilkenny, from the castle gate up through the old streets to St Canice's Cathedral and its round tower, with the stops that matter along the way.
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A straightforward walking route through medieval Kilkenny, from the castle gate up through the old streets to St Canice's Cathedral and its round tower, with the stops that matter along the way.
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