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Dun Aengus Fort
At the edge of a limestone plateau, the walls of Dún Aonghasa (or Dun Aengus) appear to end abruptly at the Atlantic. No rampart closes…
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Hall of the Red Earl
For lovers of history with a capital H, we recommend a visit to Galway's Hall of the Red Earl. Located near the city's main thoroughfare, these are archaeological remains discovered beneath a recent building. These remains reveal one of Galway's oldest buildings, dating back to the 13th century! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/hall-of-the-red-earl/">[...]</a>
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The Dún Dúchathair
If you're on the island of Inishmore, don't miss Dún Dúchathair, an impressive prehistoric fort! Its walls measure 6 metres high and 5 metres wide, and face the ocean, giving you a breathtaking view! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-dun-duchathair/">[...]</a>
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The Dún Eochla
Dún Eochla is a prehistoric fort dating from the Iron Age. Located on Inishmore Island in County Galway, it is open to visitors and offers exceptional views of the cliffs and ocean. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-dun-eochla/">[...]</a>
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Clochan na Carraige
Clochan na Carraige is an archaeological site on the island of Inishmore in the Aran Islands. Just a 5-minute walk from the famous Dun Aengus fort, this site is one of the island's most notable landmarks! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/clochan-na-carraige/">[...]</a>
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Irish stones
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 Turoe Stone is a granite stone featuring Celtic engravings. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/turoe-stone/">[...]</a>
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Dún Conor
Dún Conor (also known as"Dún Conchuir" in Irish Gaelic) is a prehistoric Irish fort, located on the island of Inishmaan in the Aran Islands…
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The Dun Eoghanachta
Dun Eoghanachta is a prehistoric ringfort located on Inishmore, one of Ireland's Aran Islands. Dating back to the Iron Age, this fort was once used as a defensive site by the island's local inhabitants. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-dun-eoghanachta/">[...]</a>
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Cnoc Raithnighe
Cnoc Raithnighe (also known as Cnoc Raithní) is an ancient Bronze Age burial mound. It is found on the island of Inisheer in Ireland's…
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