What is recorded here

Crannog in Talach, a water-based dwelling platform in County Mayo, Ireland, stands as a submerged or hidden structure where human life once unfolded above wet ground. The name Crannog itself signals a built island or staked platform, often surrounded by water, used for shelter, work, or ritual across centuries. Talach suggests a valley or depression, perhaps a basin where rain collected and mist settled each morning. Together they form a place where people shaped nature into home, and nature reclaimed that home into mystery.

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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