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Grianán of Aileach

Grianán of Aileach is a stone ringfort located in County Donegal. Measuring 23 meters in diameter its walls are 3.9meters thick and 5 meters high, making it the largest stone fort in Donegal. Grianán, as it’s known locally, was the royal fort of the Kingdom of Aileach...

The Bronze Age Period In Ireland

The Bronze Age period in Ireland dates from around 2500 BC when copper and gold were being mined and smelted. Copper was used for utensils, tools, and also for adornment. When mixed with tin the resultant alloy is bronze, a much harder material than pure copper and...

The Hill of Tara

Located in County Meath is the Hill Of Tara (Teamhair na Rí) known as the Hill of the Kings which runs between Dunshaughlin and Navan. The history of Tara dates back to 2000 BC making it one of the most magical places in Ireland, if not the whole of Europe. The...
The Bronze Age Period In Ireland

The Bronze Age Period In Ireland

The Bronze Age period in Ireland dates from around 2500 BC when copper and gold were being mined and smelted. Copper was used for utensils, tools, and also for adornment. When mixed with tin the resultant alloy is...

The Hill of Tara

The Hill of Tara

Located in County Meath is the Hill Of Tara (Teamhair na Rí) known as the Hill of the Kings which runs between Dunshaughlin and Navan. The history of Tara dates back to 2000 BC making it one of the most magical places...

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