Doonconor, Archaeological ringfort in Conamara, Ireland.
The stone ringfort measures 69 meters north to south and 35 meters east to west, with walls reaching 6 meters in thickness at certain sections.
The circular fortification dates from the first millennium AD, when the Aran Islands remained connected to mainland Ireland due to lower sea levels.
The name translates to Conor's Fort, referring to the legendary figure Conor, son of Hua Mór, who established this strategic defensive position.
The fort includes four terraces with internal stairs, featuring a natural cliff integration on the west wall and additional reinforcement on remaining sides.
A northeast corner bastion enhances the defensive structure, demonstrating advanced military engineering techniques used in early medieval Irish fortifications.
Location: Conamara Municipal District
GPS coordinates: 53.08333,-9.59472
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:17
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