What is recorded here

Gallan is a standing stone in County Clare, Ireland. It still rises from the earth after centuries of rain and foottraffic. People may have gathered there to mark a boundary, honour a dead person or watch the sky. The stone remains quiet while human memory fades around it.

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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