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Glanfahan, Archaeological site in County Kerry, Ireland

Located on the southern slopes of Mount Eagle, Glanfahan contains 417 dry stone structures, 19 underground passages, and 18 standing stones.

The structures at Glanfahan date to the early Christian period between the 5th and 8th centuries, connected to monastic traditions and pilgrimages to Skellig Michael.

Archaeological excavations under Clochaun 3 revealed ancient tools, animal bones, and a wrasse tooth that inhabitants used in protective amulets.

The site includes multiple stone cashels, including Caherconner with three beehive huts and Cahermurphy containing five connected stone dwellings.

Caherfadaandoruis features an extended complex of three connected chambers joined by a passage measuring 23 meters in length.

Location: County Kerry

GPS coordinates: 52.10071,-10.43430

Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:45

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