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Loughcrew Equinox

The Loughcrew cairns, Oldcastle, Co. Meath, Ireland, are approximately 5,400 years old (Older than the pyramids of Egypt). Each Spring and Autumn Equinox the rising sun lights the passage chamber of Cairn T, the rays hitting the highly decorated back stone.

Many stories are connected to this prehistoric site including that of the Cailleach or witch/goddess. According to the Legend, the Loughcrew cairns were formed by the Cailleach throwing rocks from her apron, jumping from hill to hill. It is said that she tripped and died and is buried on Patrickstown, one of the hills. The area, known today as Sliabh na Caillí or Mountain of the Witch, reflects this age-old story.

 

 

 

The Art of Irish Lore

Errigal in winter - card
  • Errigal in winter - card
  • Errigal in winter - card
  • Errigal in winter - card
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Errigal in winter

Errigal mountain in Donegal stands magnificently above the beautiful wild landscape. So connected to our ancient legends, especially the God Lugh. Its name comes from the old Irish, Airecal, meaning oratory even though no physical church was found on its summit. It is thought that the mountain itself was the oratory, which is not surprising when you ponder on its beauty. 

Taken from an original painting by Margaret McKenna