Armagh derives its name from the Irish word ‘Ard’ (meaning high place) and the name Macha. Macha was a legendary figure mentioned in ‘The Book of the Taking of Ireland’ who was responsible for the construction of Emain Macha. This was the capital of the Ulaid Kings who give their name to Ulster. The highest peak is Slieve Gullion that stands at the centre of the Ring of Gullion at 573m.
Navan Fort, Armagh, County Armagh 95BC
emmet2023-06-25T06:54:47+00:00One of Ireland's great pre-Christian Royal Temples Navan Fort was named ‘Emain Macha’ which translates to mean 'Macha's twins' after the children of the goddess Macha who reputedly founded this fort. This was [...]