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  Cork - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It is not unusual for Corkonians to refer to Cork as the "true capital of Ireland" or to feel they have a very distinct identity from the rest of Ireland.
The River Lee flows through the city, an island in the river forming the main part of the city centre just before the Lee flows into Lough Mahon and thence to Cork Harbour, one of the world's largest natural harbours.
The east of the city is also a scenic route connecting several islands in Cork harbour with the city centre.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cork   (4632 words)

  
 KARWAR - LoveToKnow Article on KARWAR   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Old Karwar fell into ruins, but a new town grew up after the transfer of North Kanara to the Bombay presidency.
It is the only safe harbour all the year round between Bombay and Cochin.
In the bay,is a cluster of islets called the Oyster Rocks, on the largest of which is a lighthouse.
11.1911encyclopedia.org /K/KA/KARWAR.htm   (166 words)

  
 Cork - Facts, Information, and Encyclopedia Reference article
The principal city of County Cork and of the province of Munster, it is situated slightly inland from the southern coast proper, located at 51°54′ N 8°28′ W.
Much of Cork's economic success is due to a few main reasons, the first of which is transport.
It is recommended for travel to Fota Island wildlife park, arboretum, golf club and Cobh Heritage Centre.
www.startsurfing.com /encyclopedia/c/o/r/Cork.html   (2848 words)

  
 Holyhead - 999 Holyhead   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Settlements in the area date from prehistoric times, with circular huts, burial chambers and standing stones featuring in the highest concentration in Britain.
The A5 terminates at Admiralty Arch (1821, designed by Thomas Harrison to commemorate a visit by King George IV en route to Ireland).
Holyhead's maritime importance was at its paramount in the 19th century when the two and a half mile (4 km) breakwater, widely acknowledged to be one of Britain's finest, was built, creating a safe harbour for vessels caught in stormy waters on their way to Liverpool and the industrial ports of Lancashire.
www.999holyhead.co.uk   (471 words)

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