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While the presence of a nearby cave (referred to variously as Old Cave, Old
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English decided to make the cave more accessible to the public by putting in electricity and steps; this work was completed in 1972. It took 7 years to complete this work and the footprints of the two main workers can still be seen at the foot of the Tower of Babel. Prior to this work all
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and recorded a number of animal species present. Members of the Dublin, Cork and
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Mitchelstown. It is a privately owned local landmark and tourist destination, with a number of caverns open to the public through a guided tour. Noteworthy
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