Burt Castle, Medieval castle on a hilltop overlooking Lough Swilly, County Donegal, Ireland.
The stone fortress has three stories, two circular watchtowers, and a vaulted chamber, positioned to overlook the surrounding marshlands and waterways.
Built between 1560 and 1580 by the O'Doherty clan, the castle changed hands between Irish nobles and English forces during territorial disputes.
The castle represents the transition period when Gaelic chieftains had to acknowledge English Crown authority through the surrender and re-grant process.
Visitors should request permission before accessing the castle grounds, as the structure stands on active farmland with limited parking facilities.
The castle walls bear marks from practice shots fired by a British warship during World War I, adding an unexpected layer to its military history.
Location: County Donegal
GPS coordinates: 55.01960,-7.50220
Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:07
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