Kilmeena, Civil parish in Westport-Belmullet Municipal District, Ireland.
Description
Kilmeena is a civil parish in the Westport-Belmullet Municipal District in Ireland. The landscape consists of rolling terrain with open fields where livestock grazes throughout the year.
History
The area shows evidence of early Christian settlement with several stone structures dating back several centuries. These archaeological remains point to sustained habitation over long periods.
Culture
The parish preserves traditional Irish language usage among local residents, maintaining strong connections to Gaeltacht cultural practices and regional heritage.
Practical
Local roads connect the parish to Westport, though public transportation is sparse in the area. Having your own transport makes exploring the countryside much easier.
Did you know?
The area is known for its numerous local place names that reflect geographical features and historical events. These names form a detailed map of local meaning that visitors often overlook.
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Croagh Patrick
11.1 km
Westport House
4 km
Rockfleet Castle
8.7 km
Burrishoole Friary
7.2 km
Murrisk Priory
8.4 km
Seven Arches Bridge
5.5 km
Aghagower Church
9.7 km
Megalithen von Killadangan
6.9 km
Inishgort Lighthouse
8 km
Aughagower Round Tower
9.7 km
Islandeady Church
10.6 km
Saint Patricks Catholic Church
5.6 km
Holy Trinity Church Oughaval
4.1 km
Westport House-Church Ruins
4.1 km
Burrishoole Bridge
7.8 km
Famine Memorial
8.5 km
Westport House-Bridge 2
3.7 km
St Patrick's Church
9.7 km
Church of the Sacred Heart
16.2 km
Glendenning Monument
4.3 km
Westport House-Bridge 1
3.9 km
Bellakip Bridge
17.7 km
Dr Johnston Memorial
4.5 km
St Mary's Church
4.3 km
Westport House-Mausoleum
4.1 km
Westport House Gate Lodge
4.2 km
Boathouse, Westport House
3.8 km
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