
What is recorded here
Inishimmel is an islet in County Mayo, Ireland. Perhaps the sea keeps the islet hidden because it is tired of being asked to explain itself. Maybe the water wants to be admired for its own sake. Imagine standing on the islet and feeling the sea pull back like a curtain.
Inishimmel is recorded as a islet in County Mayo. Its open map record supplies this location and any linked names or public references.
Inishimmel is a small islet located off the coast of County Mayo, Ireland, known for its historical connection to early Christian monastic activity in the region. It is notable for the presence of ancient ruins, including a 7th-century church and a ringfort, reflecting its significance in Ireland's early religious and settlement history.
Places near here
InishleagueIslet · 516 yd
Dorinish BegIslet · 668 yd
Enclosure in Westport BayEnclosure · 1.3 mi
Inishgort Lighthouselighthouse keeper's house · 1.3 mi
Carrowcally PointHeadland · 1.6 mi
Thornhill StrandBeach / strand · 1.6 mi
CahernaranFairy fort / stone ringfort · 1.7 mi
Rosmoney Coastguard Stationcoastguard station · 1.7 mi
CastleCastle, unclassified · 2.1 mi
White StrandBeach / strand · 2.1 mi
Croagh Patrick StablesHeritage attraction · 2.2 miOther information
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