The Cathedral of Saint Mary Blessed Virgin has had a long and eventful history. It was founded in 1168 on the site of a palace donated by Donal Mor O’Brien King of Munster. Experts believe that parts of the palace are incorporated into the present structure of the Cathedral. The Cathedral has seen many changes as the city expanded around it and it remains today the oldest and most historic building in Limerick. It is renowned for its wonderful acoustics and typically can seat up to 350 people for concerts. Ensembles can arrange use of a Grand Piano, the Cathedral organ and lighting of century-old Chandelier candles. Limerick