This monorail used to run between Listowel and Ballybunion, bringing people to the seaside, etc. People had to be equally balanced on both sides. There is a fantastic museum in Listowel which has parts of the monorail to be viewed and you can even get a drive in it. They also have a video showing footage from the early 1900's. Its a fantastic place to visit with very enthusiastic and lovely staff.
Niall McAuley
Monorail! (on the OSI 25" map)
National Library of Ireland on The Commons
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gnmcauley Did you know the Simpson's Monorail episode just hit its 20th anniversary?
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This monorail used to run between Listowel and Ballybunion, bringing people to the seaside, etc. People had to be equally balanced on both sides. There is a fantastic museum in Listowel which has parts of the monorail to be viewed and you can even get a drive in it. They also have a video showing footage from the early 1900's. Its a fantastic place to visit with very enthusiastic and lovely staff.
Niall McAuley
The railway opened in 1888.
National Library of Ireland on The Commons
Thanks https://www.flickr.com/photos/gnmcauley - description tweaked!
Niall McAuley
This shot of Ballybunion was taken from the church tower seen in the backround:
Niall McAuley