Doon Well Mass Rock Termon
This is a video of the mass rock at Doon Well, Termon, Co. Donegal where mass was said during the penal times in Ireland.
Doon Well at Kilmacrennan
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Doon Well. Donegal Ireland
Holy Well, Inauguration site and Mass rock
The walk up to the inauguration rock was quite a stiff one, but well worth the effort. Although the rock is only 120 metres high the views from here are wonderful, it's not surprising the O'Donnells chose this site to inaugurate the chieftains. It was truly an amazing and magical feeling to stand on the Rock of Doon and survey the surrounding countryside. 25 O'Donnells were inaugurated chieftain here from Eighneachan in 1200 to Niall Garbh in 1603.
Doon Well, Co Donegal
Doon Well, 15 minutes from Letterkenny in the beautiful County Donegal , you will find the ancient Doon Well, a place of pilgrimage for hundred of years, Cures that have been described as Miracles are said to happen there, Close to the well is a Mass rock used by the Priests to say Mass during penal times also the famous Doon Rock where the ancient Chiefs of Donegal was Crowned, One place in Donegal you must visit, A place of tranquility relaxation and mystery, Video: by Micheal MacDonnchadha,
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The last O'Donnell to be elected at Doon Rock was Niall Garbh in 1603. He was the last Celtic Lord of the Finn Valley, and a cousin of Red Hugh. It was here too that Sir Cahir O'Doherty, just out of his teens - and the last Chieftain of Inishowen - was slain in battle in 1608.
Miracle At Doon Well
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Loughsalt Mountain
Loughsalt Mountain stands 469m above Termon Co. Donegal. Lough Salt is reputed to be one of the deepest lakes in Ireland at 65m.
Red Hugh O' Donnell Monument Donegal Town Pier
We have dandered along Donegal town pier in a seaward direction and come across this fine sculptural monument commemoration of tribal chief Red Hugh O' Donnell. I know next to nothing about Red Hugh and the writing on the plinth doesn't help at all because the relevant bits are in Irish which I can't read!
Using the internet I've managed to fill in the vast gaps in my knowldge.
This life size sculpture of Red Hugh O' Donnell is by well known Derry/Londonderry born Maurice Harron.
'Red Hugh O’ Donnell Commemorative, 2007
A work that celebrates the life and legacy of
Red Hugh O’ Donnell 1427 – 1505'
Red Hugh O’ Donnell or Aodh Rua UaDomhnaill
Not to be confused with the more famous Red Hugh O'Donnell (the 2nd) (1572-1602), who led a rebellion against English government in Ireland from 1593 and helped to lead the Nine Years War, a revolt against English occupation, from 1595 to 1603. He is sometimes also known as Aodh Rua II or Red Hugh II, especially within County Donegal. (Info from Wikipedia).
( Info taken from donegaltown.ie: )
The O'Donnells were noted for their patronage of the church and learning. The Chieftains were always inaugurated head of the clan at a simple ceremony held on Doon Rock at Kilmacrennan. The Chief, or King, was inaugurated by one of the nobles of the clan presenting him with a straight white wand saying, Receive the sovereignty of this county and preserve equal and impartial justice in every part of its dominions. The white wand was to remind him that he should be unbiased in his judgments and upright in his actions.
The last great battle in which the O'Donnells were involved was the Battle of Kinsale in 1601 where they were badly defeated. Red Hugh (the 2nd) went to Spain to seek help to resume the fight but he died there. Other Chieftains including the ODonnells and ONeills were forced into exile. This became known as the Flight of the Earls and it took place from Rathmullan in 1607. Before going they partially destroyed the castle to prevent the English using it. This led to the plantation of Ulster. ODonnell Castle and their lands were given to an English Captain, Basil Brooke, who carried out major reconstruction work and added a wing to it known as the manor house. Basil Brooke eventually moved to Lough Eske where he built a house.'
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Máire Brennan | Doon Well
Máire Brennan's peaceful Doon Well set to the ever-soothing sounds of a running mountain stream. ♥
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Christmas Carol Service - Silent Night in Buncrana 2013
Silent Night being sang at Carol Service in Buncrana Donegal.
County Donegal
County Donegal (pronounced /ˈdʌnɨɡɔːl/ or /ˌdʌnɨˈɡɔːl/; Irish: Contae Dhún na nGall) is a county in Ireland. It is part of the Border Region and is in the province of Ulster. It is named after the town of Donegal (Dún na nGall) in the south of the county. Donegal County Council is the local council for the county and Lifford serves as the county town. The population of the county was 161,137 according to the 2011 census. It has also been known as (County) Tyrconnell (Tír Chonaill), after the historic territory of the same name.
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Máire Brennan Whisper to the Wild Water - Whisper To The Wild Water
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Creeslough and Ards County Donegal
Creeslough and Ards County Donegal The Irish word Creeslough means The Belt of Lakes - a reference to the many lakes that surround the village. Creeslough is the home of the famous Bridie Gallagher -The First Lady of Irish Song - and the local festival held every summer is dedicated to her.
Creeslough is centrally located among the main holiday resorts on the North Donegal coastline Portnablagh, Dunfanaghy, Downings and Carrigart
Ards Forest Park covers approximately 480 hectares (1200 acres) and includes a variety of habitats, among them sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes, salt water lakes, rock face and, of course, mature coniferous and deciduous woodlands.
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River View Cottage, Doochary, Co Donegal
River View Cottage Doochary, Co Donegal
River View Cottage is a cosy 3 bedroom holiday home which overlooks the Gweebarra River just outside the quaint village of Doochary in West Donegal. The cottage enjoys panoramic views over the valley of this renowned salmon fishing river as it meanders towards the sea. The rugged landscape that surrounds the holiday home is ideal terrain for the keen hillwalker or cyclist while lovers of the Irish language can immerse themselves in the music, language and traditions of the West Donegal Gaeltacht.
What could be better than walking out of your holiday home, down the driveway and straight to the river bank! The fisher folk among you can sit on the bank and fish to your heart's content, never far from that refreshing cup of tea or sandwich. Or try some nearby stretches of the river favoured by local anglers (Fishing permits are available in the local village shop. )
Doochary is just 12 km from Dungloe which is the capital of the Rosses area. There are over 120 lakes in this region which comprises the Rosses Fishery. This means that anglers staying at River View Cottage not only have a wide range of waters to fish but also a wide choice of trout and salmon fishing.
The area around River View Cottage is wonderful walking terrain. The route of both Slí na Rosann and Sli na Finne pass close by the cottage. Slí na Rosann is a 65km circular route covering much of the Rosses area, which lies between the western reaches of the Derryveagh Mountains and the much indented Atlantic coast of west Donegal. It is a wonderfully scenic, rock-strewn landscape scattered with lakes. Slí na Finne is a 42 km long circular section of the 280km Slí Dhún na nGall that loops through the mountains of central Donegal touching on Lough Finn
For a day at the beach, the beautiful Dooey Strand near Lettermacaward is just over a 10 minute drive away. Dungloe is a similar distance by car. This vibrant town hosts a number of festivals and other organised events throughout the year catering for almost every taste. These include the internationally renowned Mary Form Dungloe Festival which takes place each summer. Dungloe is also the location of the Daniel O Donnell Museum.
There are a number of worthwhile day trips that can be enjoyed from River View Cottage. These include nearby Aranmore Island, the Dunlewey Lakeside Centre, the Fintown Railway and the magnificent Glenveagh National Park. Historic Donegal Town and the famous sea cliffs at Slieve League are just an hours drive from the holiday home. Letterkenny, Donegal's largest town, with its shops, cinema, theatre, indoor children's adventure playgrounds and modern leisure centre, is just a 25 min drive away.