The Poulnabrone Dolmen
Discover one of Ireland's most famous dolmens, the Poulnabrone dolmen! Located in County Clare, in south-west Ireland, in the heart of the…
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Brownshill Dolmen
Just three kilometres from Carlow, an immense granite slab seems to hover above a meadow. Brownshill Dolmen, also known as Brownshill Portal…
The Giant’s Ring
The Giant's Ring is a magnificent megalithic archaeological site! Located in Northern Ireland, in County Antrim, it is one of the region's…
Glantane East
Glantane East is an Irish megalithic complex located 6.4 km from Millstreet, County Cork. Rather impressive, it includes a dolmen, 2 stone…
Carrowmore Dolmen
Carrowmore Dolmen in County Sligo is one of Ireland's major megalithic sites, along with Poulnabrone Dolmen (Co. de Clare), and Brownshill Dolmen…
Céide Fields
Céide Fields is an archaeological site with Neolithic remains of great historical interest. Archaeologists believe it to be the largest Neolithic site…
The Meehambee Dolmen
The Meehambee Dolmen is an Irish megalithic portal in County Roscommon. Dating back to around 3,500 BC, it will impress you with…
Aughlish
Aughlish is a Bronze Age megalithic complex comprising 6 stone circles and 2 alignments. The site is easy to reach and ideal…
Turoe stone
Do you like megaliths and Celtic engravings? You'll love the Turoe Stone! Located in the village of Bullaun in County Galway, the…
The Kilclooney Dolmens
Want to see 2 dolmens? The Kilclooney Dolmens are well worth a visit. Located behind the church in the village of Kilclooney,…
The Ballynoe Stone Circle
The Ballynoe Stone Circle is a stone circle in the village of Ballynoe, County Down, Ireland… Dating from the Neolithic period, these…
The Dolmen of Drumanone
The Drumanone dolmen is one of the most important in Ireland, along with the Poulnabrone dolmen (Co. de Clare). It dates back…
Labbacallee wedge tomb
The Labbacallee Wedge Tomb is a rather atypical megalithic site in Ireland. Considered the largest prehistoric tomb of its time, it lies…
Proleek Dolmen
Proleek dolmen is an archaeological site located less than 10km from Dundalk in County Louth. Imposing and majestic, its unique shape attracts…
The Dolmen Goward
Do you know the Goward Dolmen? It alone demonstrates the talent and skill of Neolithic man in building gigantic edifices! Don't miss…
The Ballykeel Dolmen
For lovers of beautiful and magnificent dolmens! The Ballykeel dolmen is one of the must-see sites if you're ever in County Armagh!…
The Altar Wedge Tomb
The Altar Wedge Tomb is an Irish dolmen located near Goleen in County Cork. The magnificent dolmen was built on a superb…
The Haroldstown Dolmen
The Haroldstown Dolmen is considered one of the most interesting examples of a dolmen. Rather imposing, it measures over 4 metres long…
The Knockeen Dolmen
The Knockeen Dolmen is an Irish dolmen located near Knockeen in County Waterford. This dolmen is one of the largest Neolithic buildings…
The Craigs Dolmen
Craigs Dolmen is a Neolithic dolmen located 5km north of Rasharkin in Northern Ireland. It's an impressive group of megaliths in the…
The Gaulstown Dolmen
The Gaulstown dolmen is a superb Neolithic monument in County Waterford, just outside the town of Tramore. Situated in a clearing of…
Audleystown
If you love megaliths and their mysteries, then don't miss Audleystown, a megalithic site located northwest of Castle Ward and less than…
Slidderyford Dolmen
Slidderyford Dolmen is located in the village of Dundrum in County Down. This small dolmen is located in the heart of the…
The Kilmogue Dolmen
Kilmogue Dolmen is located north of Waterford in County Kilkenny. Magnificent, it is one of the most imposing dolmens in Ireland after…