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Beltany Stone Circle: A Neolithic mystery outside Raphoe

By PeteIn Co. Donegal, UlsterPosted February 5, 2023

Hidden away in the rolling hills of County Donegal, Ireland, lies the Beltany Stone Circle, a remarkable and little-known archaeological site just outside the village of Raphoe. Comprising of 64 stones arranged in a circular pattern, the Beltany Stone Circle is one of the largest stone circles in Ireland and...

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The SS Laurentic: A Fascinating Shipwreck off the coast of Ireland

By PeteIn Co. Donegal, UlsterPosted February 5, 2023

In the depths of the Atlantic Ocean lies the remnants of the SS Laurentic, a British passenger liner that was repurposed as a military transport ship during World War I. This ship is a testament to both the ingenuity of naval engineering and the tragedy of war, and remains one...

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Tory Island: An Enchanted Isle Steeped in Myth and History

By PeteIn Co. Donegal, UlsterPosted February 5, 2023

Tucked away off the coast of County Donegal in Ireland lies the rugged and windswept isle of Tory Island. This remote speck of land, just three miles long and one mile wide, has been the home of a tight-knit community for centuries and is steeped in myth, legend, and history....

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The Mysterious Tau Cross on Tory Island

By PeteIn Ulster, Co. Donegal, High CrossesPosted February 5, 2023

Tory Island, located off the northwest coast of County Donegal, Ireland, is home to a unique and mysterious symbol carved into the rugged landscape: the Tau Cross. The origins of the cross are uncertain, but it is believed to date back to the early Christian period, possibly as early as...

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Old photos of Rathmullan, Co. Donegal (in colour)

By PeteIn Co. Donegal, UlsterPosted November 21, 2022

Thank to DeOldify/MyHeritage.com for providing the colour to these old photos.

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