Rathcroghan, Archaeological site in Tulsk, County Roscommon, Ireland
The complex spans over 6 square kilometers and contains more than 240 archaeological sites, including burial mounds, ringforts, and linear earthworks.
The site served as the traditional capital of Connachta, with structures dating from the Neolithic period through the early medieval period, spanning 5,500 years.
The cave of Oweynagat features ogham inscriptions and holds connections to Queen Medb, the Battle Goddess Mórrígan, and the origins of Samhain festival.
The Rathcroghan Visitor Centre in Tulsk opens daily from 09:15 to 16:30, offering guided tours through the archaeological landscapes and interpretive rooms.
The Rathcroghan Mound measures 89 meters in diameter and sits atop an earlier monument constructed with two concentric stone-built ring banks.
Location: Toberrory
GPS coordinates: 53.80200,-8.30400
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:38
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