What is recorded here

An Dumhaigh is a burial mound in Donegal, holding dead people and memory beneath its soil. It stands beside Leitir Mhic An Bhaird, marking the area where life ended and story began. The mound does not need a date to be powerful; it is the shape of loss made visible.

The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

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