Carrowmore is one of Ireland's largest and oldest megalithic cemeteries, containing dozens of prehistoric monuments spread across the landscape near Sligo.
Carrowmore is one of Ireland's largest and oldest megalithic cemeteries, containing dozens of prehistoric monuments spread across the landscape near Sligo. Dating back over 5,000 years, the site provides remarkable evidence of Ireland's early farming communities and their burial traditions. Many monuments are aligned with the surrounding mountains, particularly the distinctive shape of Knocknarea. Visitors can walk between ancient tombs while enjoying spectacular views of the Sligo countryside.
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