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Caherconnell Fort is owned and run by the Davoren family who have lived in this area for over 1000 years.

2021-07-18

Caherconnell Fort is owned and run by the Davoren family who have lived in this area for over 1000 years.
Caherconnell is located in the heart of the Burren UNESCO Geopark and is owned and run by the Davoren family who have lived in this area for over 1000 years. A site of international archaeological importance, Caherconnell was inhabited up to the late 16th century. Finds uncovered during excavations of the site indicate that this was a high-status settlement and include jewellery, glass from Venice, and amber from the Baltic. Today, Caherconnell Stone Fort is one of the Burren’s premier tourist destinations and attracts visitors from all over Ireland and the world. Through interaction with expert local staff the traditions and heritage of Caherconnell are brought to life for the visitor. Situated in the heart of the Burren, 30 minutes drive from the Cliffs of Moher and Ireland’s stunning Wild Atlantic Way, this unique Irish ring fort offers you the opportunity to explore an exceptionally well preserved example of an ancient Irish stone fort. From generation to generation, stone lined pathways and drystone walls have been crafted with care. The ancient pathways will guide you around this prehistoric site as archaeologists work to unearth the secrets held within their magnificent walls.

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