푸필 오트라‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪6‬개의 동굴

프란치스코회 종탑 1240년대. 역사적인 시타운 지구 중심부에는 13세기 프란치스코회 수도원의 유적인 시타운 성의 인상적인 종탑이 우뚝 솟아 있습니다. 수도원의 나머지 부분은 대부분 사라졌지만, 이 견고한 사각형 탑은 도시의 중세 과거를 기념하는 기념물로 여전히 굳건히 서 있습니다. 특징적인 성벽과 좁은 창문이 있는 이 탑은 종루로 사용되었을 뿐만 아니라, 격동의 시기에는 방어 시설로도 사용되었을 것입니다. 시타운의 좁은 거리를 자전거로 달리다 보면, 이 기념물은 현대적인 건물들 사이에 아름다운 역사적 앵커 포인트를 형성합니다. 거대한 석벽을 가까이에서 감상하고 오래된 던달크의 분위기를 느끼기 위해 잠시 멈출 가치가 있습니다.

아쉽게도 저희가 방문했을 때 성은 비계로 둘러싸여 있었습니다.

On my way through County Armagh, I came across Moyry Castle, a ruined castle perched on a small hill overlooking the historic Moyry Pass - the so-called 'Gap of the North'. It is fascinating to think of how this strategic route was once crucial in securing control of the region. The castle's massive, weathered walls still speak of the turbulent times of the 17th century when it was built by the 1st Earl of Devonshire, Charles Blount. What struck me most was the atmosphere up here: a mixture of isolation and history. The small rectangular structure with its distinctive curves just has a different feel - not ostentatious or over-the-top, but rather functional and robust. The location offers sweeping views over the rolling hills and the Belfast-Dublin railway line that winds through the landscape. It's quiet up here, with only the gentle sound of the wind and the occasional train passing by in the distance. It's definitely worth a quick stop if you're looking for a place steeped in history that's not too crowded. The site is easily accessible and is well worth a detour from the main route. The surrounding meadows also offer a lovely spot for a little break - perfect for taking in the surroundings.

Moyry Castle stands over the Moyry Pass, also known as "The Gap of the North" - a strategically important crossing that has played an important role for centuries. The small, rectangular castle with its three floors and thick stone walls gives you an idea of the challenges that the defenders once had to overcome. It was built in 1601 by Charles Blount, 1st Earl of Devonshire, to secure the pass and control access to Ulster. As you explore the old fortress, you can see the surrounding landscape, which alternates between rolling hills and forests. It feels like you have been transported back in time, as the walls silently tell of long-ago conflicts. Just a short distance away is the Belfast-Dublin railway line, which shows you how this place has changed over time without losing its historical character. A visit to the castle not only gives you a sense of the country's history, but also of the strategic importance of the Moyry Pass, which has been the link between the north and south of Ireland for centuries.

Our Irish Heritage (Seatown Castle, 2024-07-29): https://www.ouririshheritage.org/content/knowyour5k/seatown-castle Wikipedia (Dundalk, Seatown Castle, 2024-07-29): https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dundalk#Architecture National Built Heritage Service (Old Castle, Castle Road, Mill Street, TOWNPARKS (Upper Dundalk By.), Dundalk, LOUTH, 2024-07-29): https://www.buildingsofireland.ie/buildings-search/building/13705100/old-castle-castle-road-mill-street-townparks-upper-dundalk-by-dundalk-co-louth Reg No: 13705100 National Library of Ireland (Seatown Castle, Dundalk, Co. Louth, 2024-07-29): https://catalogue.nli.ie/Record/vtls000034027

Perfectly placed on the beautiful Shores of Carlingford Lough, this was a 13th century Norman keep, a replacement tower house and bawn was built at Narrow Water in the 16th century. The replacement structure, built in the 1560's, was a typical example of the tower houses built throughout Ireland at the time. The castle was damaged during the Irish Rebellion of 1641, and sold to the Hall family in the 1670's. It was occupied by the Hall family until they built an "Elizabethan revival style" mansion in the early 19th century. This Mansion is also called Narrow Water Castle.

Beautiful spot for photos at sunrise or sunset.

Due to its privileged location, this incredible Anglo-Norman castle can be seen from miles around. It is believed to have been built in the first half of the 13th century by Lady Rohesia de Verdun after her husband's death. According to legend, she promised to marry the architect who built her a castle in Roche. When this happened and the architect claimed her hand, she threw him from one of the windows, which is known as the 'murder window.'