Castlestrange stone, Iron Age stone monument near Athleague, Ireland.
The granite Castlestrange stone measures 60 centimeters in height and displays intricate swirling patterns across its egg-shaped surface.
Dating from between 300 BC and 100 AD, this stone represents one of four remaining Celtic monuments from the La Tène period in Ireland.
The spiral engravings on the stone surface demonstrate the advanced artistic techniques and stone carving methods of Iron Age communities.
Located in the grounds of Castlestrange House, the stone is accessible to visitors at no cost throughout the year.
This protected monument forms part of a geographical alignment with three other similar stones across Ireland, from Antrim to Galway.
Location: County Roscommon
Inception: 1 century BCE
Made from material: granite
GPS coordinates: 53.58686,-8.27143
Latest update: March 29, 2025 02:52
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