Aughinish Tower, Martello tower in Aughinish Island, Ireland
The stone tower rises three levels high with a central support column and features thick walls constructed from limestone and granite blocks.
Built in 1811 during the Napoleonic Wars, the tower served as a defensive structure against potential French invasions along Ireland's western coast.
During the 1950s, the tower transformed into a social gathering space where locals held dances, celebrations, and traditional Ceilidh events.
The structure contains three separate floors: ground level storage, middle floor living quarters, and an upper section that previously housed military cannons.
Following the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, a tsunami separated Aughinish from County Clare, leading to the construction of a causeway connecting it to County Galway.
Inception: 1816
GPS coordinates: 53.16851,-9.06679
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:17
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