| This site has
been prominent in both Irish history and mythology, it consists of the
remains of a late twelfth century motte and bailey erected by Bertram
de Verdun on land granted by King John. It was held by Hugh
de Lacy in 1210 and abandoned by him to King John who pursued him
north. It was also the scene of the battle of Faughart where Edward
Bruce was killed in 1318 after gaining control of a large portion
of Ireland.
The site is alleged to be the birthplace of the
legendary Irish hero Cuchulainn.
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On the summit of the hill
is a tower it was built by a local pirate.
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