It was during the Laois/Offaly Plantations that Laois became known as the Queen's county. Emo Court and Gardens date from the Georgian era and it is one of the most remarkable houses in Ireland. Portlaoise means the fortress of Laoiseach Ceannmore, a relation of the Red Branch Knights. Portlaoise is known for its large prison. Bord na Móna is one of the main manufacturing companies in County Laois. The links on this page are for sites with information on County Laois in Ireland.

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