Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
|
|
To reach the graves of Carrowmore drive south from Strandhill and then turn east towards Sligo. In this Bronze Age cemetery, archaeologists have discovered some 60 graves (many unfortunately destroyed and others damaged), but comprising the largest collection of megaliths in Ireland. Most are a mixture of passage graves and dolmens, the oldest dating from between 3000 and 2500 B.C.
The whole scene is overlooked by Queen Maeve's tomb on Knocknarea.
The whole scene is overlooked by Queen Maeve's tomb on Knocknarea.
|
Must-see attractions nearby:
Sligo Abbey
|
Address:
Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery, Sligo , Ireland
Hours:
March 16 to October 31: 10am-6pm
Tips: Last admission 45 minutes before closing.
To reach the graves of Carrowmore drive west from the N4 in Sligo along Church Hill, and Maugheraboy. After 1k, turn left for Ransboro and Carrowmore. The Visitors Centre car park is on your left. Travelling North, take the R292 west towards Strandhill turn east (right) towards Sligo at the Ransboro roundabout.
Guides: Interpretive sessions sometimes available.
Read More
