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Sebastian Kowalke
November 17, 2020
Hiking
In the Burren Forest you can admire a few megalithic tombs, the so-called Giant's Graves. According to an Irish legend, two giants vied for a pretty giantess and jumped daringly over a ravine - until one fell into the ravine and the stone walls collapsed above him. This is how the Giant's Grave was created.
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Bumble-Bee
April 25, 2021
Hiking
Many of Ireland’s megalithic monuments—portal tombs, court cairns, or wedge tombs such as this one—are known locally as “the giant’s grave.” But this one, on a hilltop in Co. Cavan’s …
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Hike the moderate 6.3-mile Cavan Way through Cavan Burren Park, exploring ancient sites and enjoying views of Lough MacNean.
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