Munster

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Munster

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

Munster is the largest of the four traditional provinces of Ireland, located in the south-west of the island. Historically, it was the seat of the Kingdom of Munster, ruled by the Eóganachta and later the O'Brien dynasty. Today, it serves as a provincial sub-division for statistical purposes.

Statistics

Area

24,675.00 km²

Population

1,373,346

Location