Washington Street, Cork
in Cork, IrelandCategory: Attraction
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20-22 Washington Street West, Centre, Cork, Ireland Print route »
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Washington Street (Sráid Washington in Irish), is one of the main streets of Cork city, Ireland. Built in 1824 it runs from the old medieval town centre onto the western marshes. It was originally named "Great George's Street" in honour of King George III. In 1918 the people of Cork renamed it as a tribute to George Washington. The street itself links the Western Road with the Grand Parade.Notable buildings on Washington Street include the newly renovated Cork City Courthouse, and St Augustine's Catholic Church.
The pedestrian crossing of Washington Street and Grand Parade is one of the busiest in Cork.
