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Slieve Carr
Corrshliabh
Slieve Carr is located in island of Ireland
Slieve Carr
Slieve Carr
Location in island of Ireland
Highest point
Elevation 721 m (2,365 ft)
Prominence 646 m (2,119 ft)
Listing P600, Marilyn, Hewitt
Geography
Location County Mayo, Ireland
Parent range Nephin Range
OSI/OSNI grid F915145

Slieve Carr, also known as Slieve Cor or Corslieve, is a tall mountain in County Mayo, Ireland. Its name in Irish, Corrshliabh, means 'conspicuous mountain'. This mountain is part of the Nephin Range. It stands right next to another mountain called Nephin Beg.

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Slieve Carr is a mountain that reaches a height of 721 metres (about 2,365 feet). It is one of the highest points in the Nephin Range. The mountain is a popular spot for hikers and people who love nature.

Where is Slieve Carr?

This impressive mountain is found in County Mayo, which is in the western part of Ireland. It is part of a group of mountains known as the Nephin Range. This area is famous for its wild and beautiful landscapes.

What's on Top of Slieve Carr?

At the very top of Slieve Carr, you can find an ancient burial mound. This mound is called Laghtdauhybaun. Its name comes from the Irish words Leacht Dáithí Bháin. This means 'burial monument of white Dáithí'.

People believe this monument is linked to a person named Dathí. He was a king of Connacht a very long time ago. He lived in the 5th century, which was over 1,500 years ago!

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