Waterford Ireland celebrated 1111 years

Visit Waterford Invites Visitors to ‘Dig Into Waterford’ in 2025 as Ireland’s Oldest City Celebrates 1111 Years.

On the first day of summer, Visit Waterford officially launches its ambitious 2025 tourism campaign, ‘Dig Into Waterford,’ inviting both domestic and international visitors to explore Ireland’s oldest city and its surrounding regions in a year of monumental celebrate

Marking Waterford’s 1111th birthday, the campaign promises a deep and engaging journey into the city’s rich heritage, vibrant culture, thriving food scene, scenic coastline, and outdoor adventures. The campaign encourages visitors to not just see Waterford, but to truly dig into its stories, its spirit, and its significance in shaping the Ireland we know today. “Waterford is the birthplace of urban Ireland,” said Cllr Jason Murphy, Mayor of Waterford City and County. “At 1111 years old, our city stands proudly as the oldest in the country.”

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