Mayo Historical and Archaeological Society
Prehistoric Monument.
By N.O'N.
9, Nov 2007 - 21:47

A prehistoric standing stone near Doolough Valley.

Prehistoric Standing Stone.

The prehistoric standing stone pictured, is situated near Doolough Valley on the Louisburgh - Leenane road. The familiar shape of Croagh Patrick can be seen in the photo to the right of the monument.

 Archaeologists believe that standing stones were ritual sites, boundary markers , or perhaps  marked a burial place of some important personage.

The link below takes you to the Mayo County Council website where information is available on many items including heritage sites.

http://www.mayococo.ie/en/Services/Archaeology/Glossary/