Limerick is a city located in western Ireland within County Limerick. It is situated in the province of Munster and falls within the Mid-West region, which is part of the Southern Region of the country.
Founded by Scandinavian settlers in 812 during the Viking Age, the city has grown into a significant urban center. According to the 2022 census, Limerick has a population of 102,287, making it the third-most populous urban area in Ireland and the fourth-most populous city on the island.