
What is recorded here
Sticín may be a form of staicín (stake/peak). This is the name of the peak on 'An Charraig Fhada' (En. 'The Long Rock'). It is said mass was said at this peak on Christmas morning during penal times.
Carrigfadda, or "The Long Rock," is a prominent rocky hill associated with Sticín, a peak where clandestine Christmas masses were held during Ireland's penal times. The site reflects the area's Catholic heritage and the resilience of religious practice under persecution.
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