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| South Tipperary | |
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| Area: | 2,257 km² |
| Capital: | Clonmel |
| Code: | TS |
| Population: | 79,121 (2002) |
| Province: | Munster |
South Tipperary, until 2002 called Tipperary South Riding, is a local government area in Ireland, consisting of the southern part of County Tipperary. South Tipperary was established in 1898 and has had a county council ever since, and previously has had separate assize courts since 1838. The main town is Clonmel, other important centers include Cashel, Cahir and Tipperary town.