Waterford is a city of almost 50,000 inhabitants in the south of Ireland by the Atlantic. The city was founded in the 8th century by the Vikings. The city is known for its glass manufacture which manufactures the famous Waterford crystal glass.
The city is divided into an east (Dungarvan) and a western part.
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There is also a visitor center in the glass factory.
Otherwise, there are beautiful churches in the city (the Christchurch Cathedral or St Olave's Church), as well as some old castles like the Lismore Castle or prehistoric sites, including megalithic tombs in the east of the city. The city wall and the Reginald's Tower from the 9th century are also worth a visit. The city is also popular for its gardens and parks.
Of scenic charm are "The Three Sisters", the three rivers, Barrow, Nore and Suir, which flow into the Atlantic just before the city.
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