Knock, Co. Mayo

The village of Knock is very famous because it has developed as one of Europe's major Catholic Marian shrines, because of an Apparition there on 21 August 1879. It was reported that the Virgin Mary, together with St Joseph and St John the Evangelist, appeared to local people. About 15 people, of different ages, were reported to have seen this apparition. The village of Knock was visited by Pope John Paul II in 1979 to commemorate the centenary of the apparition and by Mother Theresa in 1993.

In the west of Ireland, Knock is a magnificent location with many tourist attractions and places of interest. If you wish to visit Knock, you can use Ireland West Airport Knock, which is Ireland's fourth international airport.

Quality hotels in Knock are available with the finest hospitality one would expect from experienced hotels in Ireland. Attractions such as the Knock Folk Museum and, of course, Knock Shrine are to be enjoyed while staying in a hotel in the village of Knock. One and a half million pilgrims visit Knock Shrine annually.

Book a hotel in Knock with ease and comfort, with security and confidence, on 'Mayo Hotel'. Knock Hotels offer rooms at low prices. They can be booked direct using the booking box provided.

Visit www.mayo-ireland.ie the most comprehensive website on County Mayo in the West of Ireland, providing inspirational information and helpful advice on history, geography, culture, travel, accommodation, things to see and do.