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CORK CITY IN IRELAND IS A HISTORICAL CITY WITH A LARGE INDIAN PRESENCE

Cork city in Ireland is a Historical city with a large Indian presence

Real Capital of Ireland

Cork, situated on an island on the River Lee, in Ireland has been fondly nicknamed as the real capital of Ireland by the locals. The city is home to the second largest population of Indian origin after the capital of Ireland Dublin. The city is home to many pubs, restaurants and street cafes, and is famous for the warmth of the locals.

Real Capital of Ireland

Cork, situated on an island on the River Lee, in Ireland has been fondly nicknamed as the real capital of Ireland by the locals. The city is home to the second largest population of Indian origin after the capital of Ireland Dublin. The city is home to many pubs, restaurants and street cafes, and is famous for the warmth of the locals.

Getting Around

Getting around to your favorite hangout spots in Cork city is a breeze, as most places are within walking distance of the town center. The city of Cork runs a public transportation system known as Bus Eireann, a ticket normally costs 2 Euro per trip. Cork also has a train service run by Irish Rail, which connects it to most major cities in Ireland. The main station in Cork is the Kent station. The Cork Airport is Ireland's second busiest airport after Dublin, its capital city. Traveling by private and rental cars is also an option that is used by many locals and tourists alike.

Climate

The city of Cork enjoys a mild oceanic climate with heavy rainfall and the foggy weather being the norm. The hottest month is July, with temperatures reaching a high of 28oC and the coldest month is January, with temperatures dropping to -8.50C. For most of the year, the temperature generally remains between 00C and 250C.

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Places of interest

Cork city is a historical settlement dating back to the 6th century when it started out as a monastery established by St. Finbar. The city was further expanded by the Vikings when they ruled over it in the mid 9th century. As such there are a number of places of historical interest that one could visit. The Cork public museum, located within the green spaces of Fitzerald's park is a must see for all history buffs. The Cork Butter Museum is a quaint museum devoted to the history of Cork city's butter exchange. Other places of interest include Cork City Goal, which shows visitors what prison life was like in the 9th century, the Mariana and Atlantic Pond, where people can enjoy a stroll or a bicycle ride by the river side, and a number of buildings of architectural and historical interest.

Indian community

Cork city in Ireland, has the second highest population of Indians after its capital Dublin. The Indian community is strongly represented in the various festivities and cultural activities organized throughout the year. People yearning for a taste of Indian food can satiate their taste buds by heading to any of the various restaurants in Cork that specialize in Indian cuisine. Ayers, at Shandon, Bombay Palace at Cook Street, Indian Moon at Cork City Center are some of the many restaurants offering Indian fare. If you prefer home cooked food, then a number of specialty grocery stores have come up, which cater to the Indian and Asian clientele and you can find almost all the spices and ingredients here which you would find back home, barring a few vegetables. As an Indian in Cork, you would not only enjoy the convenience of living in first world comfort but would also experience the warmth of home.

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Moving with kids

Moving with children is a daunting task at any time, and moving to a different country can be even more so. However moving to Ireland is fairly smooth and your kids would enjoy the clean roads, the safe pathways for cycling, or walking, and the many parks and places of interest. Education-wise, Cork follows the Irish education system of primary, secondary and tertiary education. A number of schools are available for both primary and secondary education. For tertiary education, the University of Cork City is one of the best universities in Ireland. To know more about Cork City as well as the process of immigration to Ireland, get in touch with Global Tree, one of the best.



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