Caves of Kesh, Limestone caves in County Sligo, Ireland
The Kesh caves include sixteen chambers carved into the western slope of Keshcorran Hill, forming interconnected passages within the limestone formations.
Archaeological excavations in 1901 revealed bones of extinct animals including brown bears, arctic lemmings, and Irish elk dating back thousands of years.
The caves hold deep connections to Irish mythology, with tales of Cormac mac Airt being raised by wolves and Fionn mac Cumhaill's encounters.
Visitors can reach the caves through a steep 220-meter climb from the road near Ballymote village, approximately six kilometers south of the main town.
The chambers contain abundant quartz crystals and preserve evidence of an ancient ice sheet, making them valuable for geological and paleontological research.
Location: County Sligo
GPS coordinates: 54.05833,-8.45000
Latest update: May 14, 2025 15:17
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