Cork City has undergone quite a bit of development since the years of the Celtic Tiger. The old Cork to Bandon railway line was well and truly gone before the Celtic Tiger gave Ireland a much needed economic boost, but a small part of it remains to remind of us of how well the railway served the people of Cork for over one hundred years.
This commemorative plaque depicts an engine know as “The Bandon Tank” and can be found at the Kinsale Roundabout in Cork, where the “Snotty Bridge” once stood. The Kinsale Roundabout is a true symbol of 21st century Ireland. It is a major point of entry to the city for commuters coming from all directions.
- Wikipedia: Cork, Bandon and South Coast Railway
Written by Liam O’Connell
Liam is a Cork City native who now spends most of his time in California. He travels back to Ireland frequently to spend time with family and enjoy the Irish countryside. Liam blogs about the Emerald Isle on his website GotIreland.com. Liam’s Tips | Website
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