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How to have a bit of fun with a few rocks...
geograph.ie (Faux dolmen and standing stones above the Anaverna Track, 2017-03-04):
geograph.ie/photo/5300718Actual archaeological sites can be found here...
National Mapping Division of Irish Lands (Historic Environment Viewer, Anaverna, 2023-12-20):
maps.archaeology.ie/historicenvironmenttownlands.ie (Anaverna Townland, Co. Louth (Irish: Áth na Fernáí), 2023-12-20):
townlands.ie/louth/lower-dundalk/ballymascanlan/ravensdale/anavernaWikipedia (Dolmen, 2023-12-20):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolmen
December 20, 2023
A Curious Woodland in County Louth: The so-called "Faux Dolmen" nestled in the serene Ravensdale woods. This arrangement of stones isn't marked on official maps, and it's believed that the former owners of the nearby Clermont Estate might have crafted such "prehistoric" features as landscape ornaments.Despite its questionable authenticity, the site exudes a certain charm, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings. It offers a delightful pause for reflection amidst the greenery. Whether a genuine ancient relic or a 19th-century folly, it adds an element of intrigue to the hike.For those interested in exploring this feature, the Anaverna Trail can be accessed from Ballymascanlan, offering a moderate hike through picturesque landscapes.
May 5, 2025
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