David PerrisLismore Castle, above the River Blackwater, Lismore, County Waterford, Ireland.<br>
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May 2017<br>
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Lismore Castle was built in the 12th century, on the site of an abbey from the 7th century (most of what you can see dates from the 19th century).<br>
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It was the residence of the Earls of Desmond, briefly became the residence of Sir Walter Raleigh, and is now owned by the Duke of Devonshire.<br>
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Chemist Robert Boyle (of Boyle's Law for gases) was born in Lismore Castle.<br>
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The grounds are gorgeous, and the approach on the N72 by the river from the east is stunning.