Lapp's Island facts for kids
 Lapp's Island
Location in island of Ireland
Location in Ireland
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Cork City |
| Coordinates | 51°53′57″N 8°27′51″W / 51.89917°N 8.46417°W |
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| County | County Cork |
| Demographics | |
| Ethnic groups | Irish |
Lapp's Island was once a separate island located in the River Lee in Cork City, Ireland. Today, it is no longer an island on its own. Instead, it has become fully connected to the main island that forms the center of Cork City. The name "Lapp's Island" now refers to the easternmost part of this larger city island.
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How Lapp's Island Became Part of Cork City
Lapp's Island got its name from an owner in the 1600s. At that time, the area was likely a swampy piece of land. People worked to reclaim it, meaning they turned the wet, unusable land into dry, useful land.
Joining the Main Island
In the 1700s, Lapp's Island was still separated from the main part of Cork City. A canal, which is a human-made waterway, ran between them. This canal followed a path similar to where Parnell Place is today.
By the year 1832, Lapp's Island was completely joined to the main island of Cork City. This connection helped the city grow and develop.
Important Places on Lapp's Island
Even though it's no longer a separate island, the name "Lapp's Island" is still used for certain places.
Custom's House
The Custom's House is a well-known building located at the very eastern end of what was Lapp's Island. This area was once called the "tongue" of Lapp's Island because it stretched out like a tongue.
Lapp's Quay
Today, a street called Lapp's Quay runs along what used to be the southern shore of Lapp's Island. This shows how the old island's shape still influences the city's layout.
