Blackrock Castle Observatory (Cork)

Ireland / Cork / Cork / Castle Road
 castle, observatory, planetarium, navigation beacon - marine
Quaint 19th century castle built for ceremonial use by Cork Corporation on the site of a much older castle. In the last few years it has been converted into an observatory / planetarium.

Navigational Light used at one time on top floor (inactive now)

(21) 435-7917
www.bco.ie
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Coordinates:   51°54'0"N   8°24'8"W
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