The name Roscommon translates from ‘Ros’ meaning ‘wooded terrain’ and ‘Coman’, an early Irish saint who became the first abbot and bishop of Roscommon. The county is extremely rich in historical sites and The ancient Royal site of Rathcrogan has world class archeology yet to be fully discovered. Lough Key and Boyle Abbey are also worth a visit. Roscommon’s highest peak is Seltannasaggart / Corry Mountain standing at 428m.
Strokestown Park House, Strokestown. County Roscommon 1730
emmet2023-06-24T15:55:04+00:00Ireland's first famine museum Strokestown House was built in 1730 and is regarded as one of Ireland's finest and most intact Palladian mansions. Its center block was completed in 1696 but was extended [...]