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Megalithic structure in Keel (trughanacmy By.)

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The precise location of a possible megalithic structure described as a 'cist dolmen' in the townland of Keel has not been identified. Possible megalithic structure described as follows; 'Up to circa 1844 there existed a cist dolmen about 10 ft. [3m] long between head and foot stones, each about 1½ ft. [0.45m] high. It was called Clydome-an-Peyragh. it is now enclosed and part of a small garden attached to a mill' (Kerry Archaeology Magazine pt. XIX, 219). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 22 June 2022

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