Adare in Irish is Ath Dara meaning "ford of the oak". It is known as one of Ireland's prettiest villages. It is in County Limerick.
The ancient town lay upon the eastern bank of the Maigue near a ford (crossing point) in the region known as Ardshanbally ('high ground of the old town'), about half-a mile from the modern town on the western side. Historically a market town, in the Middle Ages, Adare was a major settlement and boasted three monateries and a castle.
It is a tourist destination and a popular wedding and convention destination, so don't expect idyllic peace and quiet. But, because of it's popularity there is much to see and do.
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