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Burnt mound in Tullymongan Lower

Burnt mound

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Pre-development testing in 2003 revealed a burnt mound (L 16m, Wth 8m, T 0.5m) on the east shore of a silted up lake. It sloped downwards to the E, N and S.It was composed of burnt and shattered stone. There was no sign of a trough (Gilmore, S. 2003, 20) Compiled by: Geraldine Stout Date of upload: 25 November 2011
Burnt mound in Tullymongan Lower is a prehistoric ritual or industrial site, likely dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age. Its significance lies in providing evidence of ancient thermal activity, possibly related to cooking, hide processing, or ceremonial practices.

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