What is recorded here
Indicated is a fairy fort in County Mayo, an earthen ring where human history has thinned into legend. Its name suggests a finger pointing at something hidden, perhaps a warning or an invitation. The clay may still hold the shape of hands that built it before records began.
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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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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