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Castles and Fortifications of Ireland

Ireland’s landscape is defined by its defensive architecture, ranging from Iron Age stone ringforts like Staigue and Grianan of Aileach to massive Anglo-Norman strongholds such as Trim Castle. This collection highlights diverse structures including the ecclesiastical ruins of the Rock of Cashel, the river-bound Cahir Castle, and the Gothic-style Charleville. These sites showcase 12th-century keeps, 16th-century tower houses, and ornate Victorian lodges like Ballysaggartmore Towers. Together, they offer a chronological journey through Ireland’s complex history of kingship, conquest, and architectural evolution.