Cork (city)

Cork is the second-largest city in the Republic of Ireland and is situated in the province of Munster in the country's south-west. It is the country's second-largest metropolis in terms of population. Following an expansion of the city's boundaries in 2019, the population is estimated to be over 210,000 people.

This island is located between 2 channels of the River Lee, which come together downstream at the eastern end of the city centre, where quays, docks and other waterways lead out towards Lough Mahon and Cork Harbour, which is one of the world's largest natural harbours and the location of the city's main bus and rail stations.

Originally a monastic community, Cork grew in importance as a result of Viking invasions in 915. In 1185, Prince John awarded it a charter, which is still in effect today. Cork city was formerly completely surrounded by walls, and the ruins of the ancient mediaeval town core may be located along South and North Main streets, as well as the surrounding area. Dublin is the third most populous city on the island of Ireland, and its nickname "the rebel city" comes from its support for the Yorkist cause during the Wars of the Roses. The city has a population of a little over 200,000 people. In allusion to the city's resistance to the Anglo-Irish Treaty during the Irish Civil War, Corkonians often refer to the city as "the actual capital."