Explore reading: A short holiday in Cork Read the web page about a short holiday in Cork, Ireland, then match the headings on the next page (1–6) with the information the sections contain (A–I). There are two extra pieces of information that you should not use. Write your answers in the spaces provided. The first one (0) has been done for you. 1 al fresco: outside 28 http://www.independenttravel/48-hours-in/cork.html Cork by Simon Calder Click here for 48 hours in Cork map Why go now? Ireland’s second largest city is an ideal summer destination: friendly, compact, lively – and far enough west for the evening light in August to continue past 9 p.m. Touch down Non-stop flights operate to Cork from a wide range of British airports. Cork airport is five miles south of the centre. Two bus operators offer links to the city. A taxi to the city centre costs around €20. Check in MacCurtain Street has a range of accommodation – including the delightful three-star Hotel Isaacs at number 48. On the south side of town, Jurys is a stylish 21stcentury hotel off Western Road. There are also plenty of B & Bs along Western Road. Cork has several backpacker hostels, of which the most attractive is Kinlay House on Bob & Joan’s Walk. Take a hike Start at the National Monument just opposite the tourist office. Walk north, away from the river, along the handsome Grand Parade, which was once a waterway. Turn right into St Patrick’s Street. Look to the left to see the Huguenot Quarter. Many Protestants from France came here in the 17th century, and it is now full of bars, restaurants and shops. At the north channel of the River Lee, turn right to follow Merchant’s Quay, before walking south along Parnell Place. At the south channel, look across to the handsome City Hall. Cultural afternoon The Crawford Municipal Art Gallery on Emmet Place has been extended to show a wide range of Irish art. The Butter Museum in O’Connell Square explores butter’s role in the development of Cork. Window shopping While St Patrick’s Street is the main shopping area, Cornmarket Street is more interesting. It has the Coal Quay market and a new shopping mall, the Cornmarket Centre. An aperitif Most visitors are keen to find a traditional Irish pub. Happily, there are still many of these – such as Dennehy’s on Cornmarket Street. Dining with the locals Gourmet vegetarian dishes are on the menu at Café Paradiso, at 16 Lancaster Quay. Scoozi’s, at 314 Winthrop Avenue, is cheaper, meatier and more relaxed, and offers al fresco1 dining in summer. Take a ride Bus 215 departs from Merchant’s Quay, taking 20 minutes to reach Blarney, which is five miles north-west. Blarney Castle is a 15th-century fortress residence in landscaped grounds. The climb to the tower is narrow and difficult, but the views are spectacular. Share Print article Email Text size Interesting? Click here to explore further. Home > Travel > 48 hours in Home About Blog Services Products Forums 50 Language skills Extras Explore 4 City life Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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