Seefin (Ballyhoura Mountains) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Seefin |
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 Seefin
Location in Ireland
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 528 m (1,732 ft) |
| Listing | Marilyn |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Seat of Fionn |
| Language of name | Irish |
| Geography | |
| Location | County Limerick, Republic of Ireland |
| Parent range | Ballyhoura Mountains |
| OSI/OSNI grid | R644180 |
Seefin is a mountain located in County Limerick, Ireland. It stands tall near the southern border of the county. At 528 meters (about 1,732 feet) high, Seefin is the highest point in the Ballyhoura Mountains. It is also one of the tallest mountains in all of Ireland.
Exploring Seefin Mountain
Seefin is a significant landmark in the Ballyhoura Mountains. It offers great views of the surrounding countryside. Many people enjoy hiking and exploring this area.
What's in a Name?
The name Seefin comes from the Irish language, where it is called Suí Finn. This name means "Seat of Fionn".
According to old Irish stories, the famous warrior Fionn mac Cumhaill and his group of heroes, the Fianna, once traveled all over Ireland. It is said that they stopped and rested right here on Seefin during their journeys. This legend gives the mountain its special and historic name.
