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Megaliths in Ireland in Republic of Ireland: places to visit

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Dolmens

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 Burren, the history of this dolmen dates back over 5,800 years... A real mystery for researchers, the site is grandiose and fascinating, and well worth a visit! You'll learn that the dolmen was used as a tomb in the Neolithic period. Researchers are said to have found many interesting remains! The icing on the cake is that access is free! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-poulnabrone-dolmen/">[...]</a>

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Newgrange

In a verdant bend of the Boyne, an immense white mound stands out against the landscape of County Meath. Beneath this almost unreal silhouette…

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St Fionan’s Monastery

The monastic village of Skellig Michael refers to an ancient religious settlement on theisland of Skellig Michael in Ireland. Perched in one of Ireland's…

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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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Doon Fort

Set on a small island in the middle of Loughadoon, Doon Fort appears almost to float on the dark waters of Donegal. This massive…

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Stone circles

The Kenmare stone circle

Head to Kenmare to admire a superb stone circle dating from the Neolithic period! A lovely site, full of mysteries and questions! Best of all, it's free to visit! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-kenmare-stone-circle/">[...]</a>

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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 Tomb or…

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Irish ringforts

Aileach’s Grianan

The Grianan d'Aileach is a prehistoric ringfort, dating back to the Bronze Age. Its rather impressive size makes it a prime tourist attraction if you love megaliths and the ancient traces of prehistoric man! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/aileachs-grianan/">[...]</a>

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Loughcrew Cairns

A few kilometres from Oldcastle, in County Meath, the Loughcrew Cairns form one of Ireland’s most fascinating prehistoric landscapes. Built more than 5,000 years…

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Stone circles

Uragh Stone Circle

The Uragh Stone Circle is a stone circle lost in a grandiose wilderness! Located in County Kerry, it overlooks the Lough Inchiquin lake and is made up of 5 megaliths! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/uragh-stone-circle/">[...]</a>

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Irish ringforts

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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Stone circles

The Cromlech of Drombeg

Drombeg is an Irish stone circle in County Cork. Lost in the heart of the Irish countryside, it possesses an exceptional charm that will delight visitors in search of prehistoric remains! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-cromlech-of-drombeg/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

The Hill of Tara

Discover the ancient capital of Celtic Ireland: Tara. Situated on a hill in County Meath, it was occupied by Ireland's highest rulers. Seat of the kings, it was until the 11th century the Celtic Irish capital that defined the way the rest of the island functioned, and according to legend, it was the place where Saint Patrick presented the concept of the Trinity to the Kings. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-hill-of-tara/">[...]</a>

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Irish ringforts

The Caherconnell Stone Fort

If you're not far from the Poulnabrone Dolmen, then we recommend you push on a kilometer to the Caherconnell Stone Fort, a rather impressive prehistoric circular fort! Dating from the Neolithic period, the site is quite well preserved, with some of its surrounding walls still standing. The show is fascinating, and raises many questions and other mysteries still unsolved by researchers! A must-see if you're in the Burren region! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-caherconnell-stone-fort/">[...]</a>

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Stone circles

Grange Stone

Discover Ireland's largest cromlech at Grange Stone, a gigantic megalithic site in County Limerick! The site measures an impressive 45 metres in diameter! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/grange-stone/">[...]</a>

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DolmensStone circles

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 circles and several alignments. A major site in the region, sure to fascinate archaeology enthusiasts! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/glantane-east/">[...]</a>

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Stone circles

The Ahakista Stone Circle

The Ahakista Stone Circle is a stone circle on the Sheep's Head Peninsula. Rich in mystery and legend, it was once a place of ritual. It's free to enter, and is one of the Peninsula's highlights! A must-see if you love megalithic remains that are both charming and mysterious! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-ahakista-stone-circle/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Cloghanmore

For lovers of old stones and other mysterious megaliths! The Cloghanmore is one of those atypical archaeological remains whose charm is unrivalled! A nice site, a must-see if you're near Slieve League! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/cloghanmore/">[...]</a>

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Irish ringforts

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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Cairns, Ireland

Knowth

Knowth is a prehistoric archaeological site, thought to belong to the Brú na Bóinne complex in County Meath. Dating from the Neolithic period, it looks like a Neolithic corridor tomb. Located near Newgrange, the site is fun and fascinating! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/knowth/">[...]</a>

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Irish ringforts

The Rathgall Hillfort

Rathgall Hillfort is one of those archaeological sites rich in mystery... Built on a hill in the Bronze Age, it consists of several roughly circular enclosures. Another medieval enclosure has been added to the center. A rich, authentic site! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/rathgall-hillfort/">[...]</a>

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Dolmens

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 (Co. Carlow). <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/carrowmore-dolmen/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Carrowkeel Cairns

Carrowkeel Cairns is a group of Neolithic tombs in southern County Sligo. It is one of the four largest prehistoric cemeteries in Ireland (after…

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Stone circles

The Beltany stone circle

Do you like prehistoric stone circles? Then the Le Beltany stone circle is just what you need! Made up of some sixty engraved megaliths, the site is impressive, and is located in County Donegal! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-beltany-stone-circle/">[...]</a>

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Also worth checking out in Republic of Ireland

Castles 134Museums in Ireland 122Archaeological sites 70Megaliths in Ireland 65Abbeys and monasteries 55Beaches 41Irish mountains 39Hiking tours in Ireland 29