The Rock of Cashel
Posted by: Ama&Papa
N 52° 31.214 W 007° 53.420
29U E 575291 N 5819481
This rock, with its walls and stone buildings is everyone's fantasy castle.
Waymark Code: WM3Q6
Location: Ireland
Date Posted: 11/13/2005
Views: 76
You round a 21st century bend on the main Dublin-Cork road and you are transported back 1,500 years.
There, standing proud of the plains, is the great 4th century fortification of Cashel - the stone fort. This was the seat of kings and mediaeval bishops for 900 years and flourished until the early 17th century. Indeed there was a settlement here from pre-Christian times, traces of which have long since vanished.
For those who want a challenge, email me the Irish name for the structure found at these coordinates.
Accessibility: Full access
Condition: Partly ruined
Admission Charge?: yes
Website: [Web Link]
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