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Cong is a village in County Mayo, Republic of Ireland. It is located on the north shore of Lough Corrib, near the town of Ballinrobe and the villages of Neale and Cross. Cong is known for its underground streams that connect Lough Corrib with Lough Mask to the north. It was also the home of Sir William Wilde, historian and father to prominent playwright, novelist, poet, and short story writer, Oscar Wilde. Cong is the home of Ashford Castle, one of Ireland's finest hotels, converted from a medieval lakeside castle, and a tourist attraction in its own right. Cong also has a fine example of a ruined medieval abbey, where Rory O'Connor, the last High King of Ireland, is reputed to have died. It also contains Celtic art in the form of a metal cross shrine called the Cross of Cong, which shows Viking influences. The "Cross of Cong" is now held in the National Museum of Ireland, Dublin. Irelandin1 features Cong hotels and B&B accommodation. Use the search box on this page to search for hotel accommodation in Cong. |


