County Tipperary

County Tipperary is a county in Ireland. It is located in the province of Munster and is named after the town of Tipperary. The county is part of the Central Statistics Office's Mid-West Region.

History

County Tipperary has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times. The Rock of Cashel, a historic site in the county, was the traditional seat of the Kings of Munster for several hundred years. The county was established in the 13th century, following the Norman invasion of Ireland.

Geography

County Tipperary is the sixth largest of the 32 counties by area and the 12th largest by population. It is the third largest of Munster’s 6 counties by size and the third largest by population. The county is divided into two ridings, South Tipperary and North Tipperary, which were administratively separate until they were unified under the Local Government Reform Act 2014.

Economy

The economy of County Tipperary is diverse, with agriculture, manufacturing, and services all playing significant roles. The county is known for its dairy farming, with Kerry Group operating a major processing plant in the town of Nenagh. Other key industries include pharmaceuticals, with companies like Abbott Laboratories and Boston Scientific having facilities in the county.

Culture

County Tipperary has a vibrant cultural scene, with a strong tradition of music and sport. The county is known for its Irish traditional music, with the Fleadh Cheoil music festival being held in the county on several occasions. In sport, Gaelic games are popular, with the Tipperary GAA team being one of the most successful in the history of the Gaelic Athletic Association.

See also

• List of towns and villages in County Tipperary
• List of Tipperary people
• Tipperary Hill