History of Limerick Ireland
Limerick is a medieval city that boosts of a rich and varied heritage. This city enjoys the majesty of Shannon River that adds to its natural beauty and rural appeal. Over the centuries, Limerick’s economic fortunes have evolved into a region capable of running against leading European destinations for inward investment on an international level.
The Early History of Limerick Region
Limerick is the fourth biggest city in Ireland. It is a major industrial and cultural center. The history of the Limerick region goes back to its founding by the Viking. The Vikings established Limerick City in 922AD on King’s Island. The Vikings were excellent craftsmen and traders.
A city of Sieges
In the 17th century, Limerick Island was besieged by different armies three times, which resulted in the celebrated Treaty of Limerick. The first siege was in 1642 after the Confederates overtook the King John’s castle. In 1651, Limerick was besieged a second time by Oliver Cromwell’s army which was under Henry Ireton. The third time was 1690-1691 immediately after the Battle of the Boyne. During this time, more than 14,000 Irish and French forces regrouped behind Limerick’s wall. This was the last redoubt of the Jacobite army. It was a bloody and protracted affair.
A year into the siege, the English managed to break in and force their surrender. The Treaty of Limerick signed by Patrick Sarsfield and other Catholic leaders in 1692, saw the completion of the conquest if Ireland which had lasted 600 years. After the Treaty, Limerick saw the expansion of a gridiron network of commercial and residential streets that were constructed in the Georgian style over the next, a hundred and thirty years. Limerick boasts of a rich and flourishing multi-cultural population.
Limerick Today
The 19th century was a beginning of great change for Limerick. This century saw the Limerick’s first public library, public health, water supply, gas supply, fire service, social housing, and sewerage. Since the early nineteenth century to date, Limerick’s fortunes more or less reflect those of Ireland. The anti-protectionist economic reforms were the first to stir prosperity in Limerick and the entire Republic of Ireland in the 1950’s. This prosperity can also be attributed to the Shannon Airport, which lies close to the city. This airport has acted as a spur to the economic development of the Midwest region.
The National Technology Park in Plassey’s suburb has also acted to boost its economic development. Limerick has since prospered like never before, especially in the 90’s. This trend has continued into the 21st century. Today, Limerick, also known as European City of the Future is a modern, vibrant cosmopolitan region with a rich and historical hinterland. There are many flourishing and well established, organizations and businesses like the Sixth Sense Beauty Clinic, which is located in Raheen Limerick that all work to serve the residents of Limerick.
The Sixth Sense Beauty Clinic offers an array of beauty treatment which includes waxing, dermal fillers, massage, and Mesotherapy. Having opened its doors in 2010, this beauty clinic is filled with an amazing team of world-class trained beauticians. It provides flexible working hours that are tailored to meet your needs. Whether you are a local, a leisure traveler or on a business trip, visit the Sixth Sense Beauty Clinic for that crisp, new and inspiring treatment session that is sure to give you an instant calming effect and the feeling of relaxation.
