Dun Aengus, Prehistoric hill fort in County Galway, Ireland.
Dun Aengus stands on the edge of a 100-meter cliff on Inishmore, featuring four concentric walls of dry stone construction with massive defensive barriers.
The fort dates back to 1100 BC during the Bronze Age, when it served as a strategic location controlling maritime trade routes along 120 kilometers of coastline.
The name derives from the pre-Christian god Aengus, and excavations indicate the site functioned primarily as a religious and ceremonial center for druid gatherings.
The fort requires a one-kilometer walk from the visitor center, with admission fees of 5 euros for adults and specific opening hours varying by season.
The defensive system includes an extensive field of sharp stones planted vertically into the ground, forming a barrier known as chevaux-de-frise.
Location: County Galway
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Website: https://heritageireland.ie/en/West/DunAonghasa
GPS coordinates: 53.12591,-9.76636
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:55
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