Archive for September 12th, 2006

Garinish Island

September 12th, 2006

In 1910, the small but beautiful Garinish Island (also known as Ilnacullin) was turned into a landscaped, exotic garden by Harold Peto on behalf of Belfast businessman, Annan Bryce. This unusual island boasts Neo-Classical follies as well as an array of sub-tropical flora and exotic shrubbery. Garinish Island is also home to a Japanese rockery featuring beautiful Bonsai trees, and a lovely New Zealand fernery. One of the highpoints of the island is undoubtedly the impressive Italianate garden, home to a beautiful lily pool and a Classical folly. The island also offers visitors wonderful views of rugged Bantry Bay