The Planet D | Constructed during the late Bronze Age, atop a 100-meter cliff with three concentric stone walls @ThePlanetD | Uploaded January 2024 | Updated October 2024, 2 hours ago.
Dun Aonghasa, a jewel along the Wild Atlantic Way on Inishmore, has a rich history dating back over 2,000 years. Constructed during the late Bronze Age and expanded in the Iron Age, the fort represents a formidable feat of ancient engineering. Fun fact: The three concentric stone walls were strategically designed to deter potential invaders. The fort's prominence is further emphasized by its location atop a 100-meter cliff, offering not only a defensive advantage but also spectacular views of the Atlantic. Archaeological excavations have revealed evidence of human occupation spanning several centuries, from the Bronze Age to the early medieval period. Dun Aonghasa, with its layers of history etched into its stone walls, stands as a testament to the endurance of human civilization along the captivating Wild Atlantic Way
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Dun Aonghasa, a jewel along the Wild Atlantic Way on Inishmore, has a rich history dating back over 2,000 years. Constructed during the late Bronze Age and expanded in the Iron Age, the fort represents a formidable feat of ancient engineering. Fun fact: The three concentric stone walls were strategically designed to deter potential invaders. The fort's prominence is further emphasized by its location atop a 100-meter cliff, offering not only a defensive advantage but also spectacular views of the Atlantic. Archaeological excavations have revealed evidence of human occupation spanning several centuries, from the Bronze Age to the early medieval period. Dun Aonghasa, with its layers of history etched into its stone walls, stands as a testament to the endurance of human civilization along the captivating Wild Atlantic Way
#ireland #wildatlanticway #burren #dunaonghasa
