Killarney aims for the top in Tidy Towns competition

IT used to be said — and with some justification — that the town of Killarney did not match the beauty of its exquisite surroundings.

However, things have gradually been changing and the tourist mecca is within striking distance of the top prize in the Tidy Towns' competition.

Gone from business premises are the Chinatown-style, plastic neon signs, which have been replaced by traditional signage and facades. Flowers have been planted on roundabouts, shops have colourful window boxes and trees are generously spread around.