Cupidstown Hill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cupidstown Hill |
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| Cnoc Bhaile Cupid | |
Cnoc Bhaile Cupid
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 379 m (1,243 ft) |
| Prominence | 54 m (177 ft) |
| Listing | County Top (Kildare) |
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| English translation | hill of Cupidstown |
| Language of name | Irish |
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 Cupidstown Hill
Location in Ireland
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| Location | Kildare, Republic of Ireland |
| Parent range | Wicklow Mountains |
| Topo map | OSi Discovery 50 |
Cupidstown Hill is the highest point in County Kildare, Ireland. It stands at about 379 meters (1,243 feet) tall. This hill is located on the edge of the Wicklow Mountains. It is about 11.6 kilometers (7.2 miles) east of Naas. Its name in Irish is Cnoc Bhaile Cupid, which means "hill of Cupidstown."
What's in a Name?
The exact reason for the name "Cupidstown" is not fully known. Some people think the word "Cupid" might have come from older names. These could include names like Cuthbert or Cudlipp. Another idea is that it might be linked to the word "coppis." A coppis is a small area of trees or bushes.
Exploring Cupidstown Hill
Cupidstown Hill is the highest point in County Kildare. It is nearly twice as tall as the famous Hill of Allen. However, Cupidstown Hill is not as well-known as some other hills in Kildare. This is because it is much smaller than bigger mountains nearby, like Kippure. The hill is located just above the small village of Kilteel. Among all the summits in Ireland, Cupidstown Hill ranks as the 872nd highest.
