Such a historic landmark. Made me emotional and gave me a spiritual experience standing next to the stone that Cu Chuliann is said to have died whilst strapped to. Check out the mythology before coming. It is regarded as a last stand and is used in many ways throughout history for it. The 1916 Easter Rising medal has his portrayal on it whilst strapped to the the stone and a famous large statue stands in the GPO in Dublins O'Connell street. A must see for history, republican or ancient...
Read moreI went here a few years ago and was able to walk I to the field and right up to the stone. Fantastic sight. However on this occasion we didn't go up to the stone. The access from the road was still there and there is still an information soon explaining the Legend of the stone, however we noticed the field seemed to be recently plowed and had fresh crops starting to grow, there were no signs advising not to go to the stone but as we were unsure we thought it best to not walk on the...
Read moreIt's a magical place, great to see up close. I would love to see Louth Tourism promoting this national monument more, or at all. It is physical representation of Ireland's most celebrated hero throughout the ages, yet it stands in a field with virtually no effort put towards it's preservation. A significant monument with no...
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