Learn English in Cork, Ireland - English language schools in Cork, Ireland

The county & city of Cork is located in the south-western corner of Ireland. Washed by the warm Gulf Stream and the mild moist south winds, palm trees and bamboo flourish. Cork is the largest of all the Irish counties, and in many ways the most varied. Rich farmlands and river valleys contrast with the wild sandstone hills of the west. Above all there is the magnificent coastline, scooped and fretted by the Atlantic into great bays and secret coves, strewn with rocky headlands and long soft golden strands. The northern part of County Cork has high mountains and is totally different in character to other parts of the county. The western part of the county is a most important tourism area with its many miles of coastline and spectacular scenery. The inhabited islands of Cork are also located off the West Cork coastline. The islands are very special places and are well worth visiting for a day visit or longer break. Cork city, situated on the banks of the river Lee, is home to 123,000 people and Since the City was founded by St Finbarr over 1,000 years ago it has grown from a trading merchant city to a cosmopolitan vibrant 21st century city of today most famous for it´s international Jazz festival that takes place every autumn.

Cork is a university city with a total student population in excess of 25,000 which gives the plave a real buzz. The city has a thriving social scene and  is home to several galleries, museums, The National Sculpture Factory, dance Theatres and artist workshops. The city also boasts a year long calender of festivals ranging from folk, jazz, choral and film. Cork City was chosen to become European Capital of Culture in 2005.