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County Kildare, County in Leinster, Ireland.

The territory extends across 1,693 square kilometers of lowlands between Dublin and the Midlands, with Naas serving as its administrative center.

The county establishment dates to 1297, receiving its first municipal charter from King Henry IV of England in 1409 for local governance.

Saint Patrick College and the National University of Ireland in Maynooth form the educational core of the region, educating students from across Ireland.

The N7 road connects the county directly to Dublin, while multiple bus routes facilitate transportation to various destinations including Dublin Airport.

The Curragh Horse Racing Course represents the central point of Irish equestrian activities, hosting major national and international racing events.

Location: Leinster

Capital city: Naas

Part of: East Coast and Midlands

Shares border with: County Dublin, County Wicklow, County Carlow, County Laois, County Offaly, County Meath

Website: http://kildare.ie

GPS coordinates: 53.20000,-6.80000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:09

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