Killadangan Archaeological Complex

Killadangan Archaeological Complex

Location: Killadangan, Co. Mayo

Classification: Ancient Complex

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This superb collection of monuments, probably dating from the Bronze Age, includes an oval-shaped enclosure, with a fine stone row, as well as a number of standing stones, a possible stone circle and a possible fulacht fiadh (bronze-age cooking area). The extent of this grouping of monuments suggests this was a major ceremonial site.

Description

This superb collection of monuments, probably dating from the Bronze Age, includes an oval-shaped enclosure, with a fine stone row, as well as a number of standing stones, a possible stone circle and a possible fulacht fiadh (bronze-age cooking area). The extent of this grouping of monuments suggests this was a major ceremonial site.

History

This collection of ancient monuments stand on a salt marsh, which can be submerged at high tide. In ancient times the tides would not have reached the stones.

Folklore

There is also a folk tale about these stones. The King of Killadangan, Queen Maeve's brother in law, whose name is unknown, sent Thulera, his lazy servant, to the stones to check the upcoming tide. The king was waiting to force the sea and tide under his command. But the lazy servant fell asleep and both king and servant drowned.
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Accessibility Rating: Easy - Moderate

Accessibility

Accessibility Class: Easy - Moderate

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Sunset: 20:49

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Sunset: 20:49

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