White's Castle

castle in Athy
#1 in Athy / #131 in Ireland
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by Andreas F. Borchert
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

About

White's Castle is a historic fortified tower house located in Athy, County Kildare, Ireland. Built in 1417 by Sir John Talbot, the then Viceroy of Ireland, the castle was constructed to protect the bridge over the River Barrow and to serve as a defensive stronghold. Over the centuries, it has been used for various purposes, including as a prison and a courthouse. The castle features characteristic medieval architecture, with thick stone walls and narrow windows designed for defense.


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