 The South East of Ireland is a colorful patchwork of fertile valleys and plains, carved from an ancient landscape known down through the centuries to invaders and traders, explorers and missionaries. Five important river systems - the Barrow, Blackwater, Nore, Slaney and Suir, together with their tributaries - crisscross the countryside and leave a memory of old stone bridges, picturesque villages, neatly thatched cottages and peaceful seaside towns. The region is rich in historical remains - castles and abbeys, fortresses and settlements - that recall the passage of the Celts, Vikings, Norman's and Anglo-Saxons. We hope this section of our guide will help you discover this fascinating region. Waterford is the premier town of the region.
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