Mizen Head facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mizen Head |
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| Carn Uí Néid | |
Mizen Head, the most southwesterly point of Ireland
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 101.63 m (333.4 ft) |
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| Language of name | Irish |
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 Location in Ireland
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| Location | County Cork, Ireland |
| OSI/OSNI grid | D180438 |
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| Mountain type | Dolerite sill |
Mizen Head (Irish: Carn Uí Néid) is a famous spot at the very end of the Mizen Peninsula. It is located in County Cork, in the southwest part of Ireland. This area is known for its amazing cliffs and beautiful ocean views.
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Exploring Mizen Head
Mizen Head is one of the most extreme points of the island of Ireland. It is a very popular place for tourists to visit. People come to see its dramatic cliffs and stunning scenery.
One of the main shipping routes across the Atlantic Ocean passes close by. For many sailors, Mizen Head was the first or last sight of Europe.
A Special Location
The very tip of the Mizen Peninsula is almost like an island. It is separated by a deep gap in the land. A bridge now crosses this gap, allowing visitors to reach the other side.
On the other side, you can find an old signal station, a weather station, and a lighthouse. The signal station used to have people working there all the time. Now, it is a museum.
The Mizen Head Museum
The museum at Mizen Head shows how important this place was for shipping and communication. It tells the story of early efforts in radio communication. These efforts included the work of Guglielmo Marconi, a famous inventor.
To get to the signal station, there were once "99 steps." Today, there are easier paths and viewing spots for visitors. You can also find many facilities at the entrance to the site.
Nearby Villages
Several charming villages are located on the Mizen Peninsula to the east. These include Ballydehob, Crookhaven, Goleen, and Schull.
Mizen Head's Place in Ireland
Even though Mizen Head is very far south, it is not the most southerly point on the mainland of Ireland. That title belongs to nearby Brow Head, which is a few meters further south.
However, geography books have often used Mizen Head to measure the length of Ireland. They measure diagonally from Fair Head in the northeast to Mizen Head in the southwest. They also measure from Malin Head in the north to Mizen Head in the south.
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See also
In Spanish: Cabo Mizen para niños
