Exploring Waterford's Ancient Monuments

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2010-08-26 21:42

Defacing Of Monuments

It’s not very often encountered, but when seen, it is most unsightly and particularly disrespectful. That is the defacing of monuments usually by the adding of wording such as initials etc which is sometimes crudely etched into the stone. One example of this can be currently seen on the standing...
2010-07-26 09:29

Contributions Welcome

Anyone who wishes to submit articles of interest, are very welcome to do so. These can be submitted via the website’s email link and accompanying photos or illustrations can be attached if desired. All articles will be credited to the author and published on the ‘Articles’ page.
2010-07-14 21:54

Guest Gallery

A new Gallery which will be known as “Guest Gallery” has been added to the site. This is where you are invited to submit your images of Waterford megaliths for display in the gallery and also the chance to be featured on the website's homepage. You can forward your images (which can be photos,...

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 Archaeological Terms

"Causeway"

A raised path across a Fosse used in association with enclosures and promontory forts

 

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Welcome to the site

The county of Waterford, situated in the south-east of Ireland, is rich in ancient Megalithic monuments. 

The sites listed here on Prehistoric Waterford are thousands of years old, going back to the Neolithic period (4500-2500 BC) and stand as testaments to our forefather's way of life, their customs and beliefs and their quest for knowledge.

From a distant age of spirits and gods, these people bestowed upon us these wonderful  lasting reminders of  a past society who sought to understand the eternal mysteries of life on earth and the hereafter.

The Prehistoric Waterford website welcomes participation and feedback from visitors  by leaving comments or signing the Guestbook.

Have a look around and hopefully you will enjoy your journey through Waterford's distant past ..

 

Ogham Stones

 

Early Irish Language In Stone

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 Knockeen portal tomb

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 Featured Monument


 

 Curraghmore Stone Head


Curraghmore Stone Head, also known as "Mother Brown", is certainly one of Waterford’s more interesting monuments.

On an exposed hillside overlooking Curraghmore House is found a stone head affixed to an ancient standing stone.  More


Tallest Stone

The tallest standing stone in Waterford can be found at Ballymote. Situated 5km from Tramore, the impressive stone measures 3.7m in height.

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'The White Lady'

  The mysterious figure shaped stone that stands on a lonely cliff edge.

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'The White Lady', Ballymacaw

 

Top 5 page visits to Prehistoric Waterford

(Aug 2010)

 USA, Russian Federation, Czech Republic, Canada & Ireland


 

Website last updated Sept 1st, 2010

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