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Tralee

Tralee (population circa 25,000 in 2002) is the capital town of County Kerry in Ireland. It is situated on the southwest corner of Ireland. The town was founded in the 13th century and was a stronghold of the Earls of Desmond. The name Tralee comes from the Irish Trá Li whch means by the river lee. The town is situated at the neck of the Dingle Peninsula[?] and has many amenities.



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