Fota Island

Fota Island, east of Cork and linked to the city by a bridge, has many attractions. Firstly there is the Fota Wildlife Park. Various waterfowl, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, monkeys and many other animals live in the park and are particularly attractive to children. Independent of the wildlife park are Fota House and its adjoining grounds (Fota Arboretum). After restoration the mansion with its famous art collection is to be opened to the public. New varieties are constantly being added to the trees in the grounds.