Grianan of Aileach

Grianán Ailigh

fort in Buncrana

#2 in Buncrana / #143 in Ireland

by Silyba

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Grianan of Aileach is a historic stone fort located near Buncrana in County Donegal, Ireland. Perched atop Greenan Mountain, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and Lough Swilly. The fort dates back to the early medieval period, with some historians suggesting it could have origins as far back as the Iron Age. Grianan of Aileach was historically significant as a seat of the Northern Uí Néill, a powerful dynasty in Irish history. The fort itself is constructed of dry-stone walls, meticulously restored in the 19th century. Its circular structure and strategic location suggest it was both a defensive stronghold and a symbol of regional power.

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