Ardmulchan Fort facts for kids
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Ráth Ard Maolchon
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 Location in Ireland
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| Location | Ardmulchan, County Meath, Ireland |
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| Coordinates | 53°40′28″N 6°37′36″W / 53.674472°N 6.626735°W |
| Type | Ringfort |
| Diameter | 21 metres (69 ft) |
| Circumference | 66 metres (217 ft) |
| Height | 1.5 metres (4.9 ft) |
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| Material | earth |
| Founded | AD 500–1000 |
| Periods | Middle Ages |
| Designation | National Monument |
Ardmulchan Fort is an ancient site in County Meath, Ireland. It is a type of old settlement called a ringfort, also known as a rath. This special place is protected as a National Monument because of its historical importance.
Ardmulchan Fort was built a very long time ago, between the years 500 AD and 1000 AD. This was during the Middle Ages. People back then used earth to build these forts. They were often homes for families or small communities.
Where is Ardmulchan Fort Located?
Ardmulchan Fort is found in County Meath, Ireland. It sits on the right side of the River Boyne. This river is famous for its history. The fort is about 3.5 kilometers (2 miles) west of a place called Yellow Furze. It is also close to Taaffe's Lock, which is a part of the river.
What Does Ardmulchan Fort Look Like?
Ardmulchan Fort is an oval-shaped mound made of earth. It has a flat top. Imagine a big, raised platform of dirt. The top of the fort measures about 36 meters (118 feet) from north to south. It is about 27 meters (89 feet) from east to west.
The fort is not the same height all around. At its tallest point, on the north side, it is about 6.6 meters (22 feet) high. On the south side, it is a bit lower, at about 4.4 meters (14 feet) high. A steep slope, called a scarp, goes all around the bottom of the fort. This scarp helps to define the shape of the rath.
