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Registros censales
175
Hogares
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Años del censo
- Personas
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- Hogares
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- Personas
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- Hogares
- 87 -1.1%
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Doe Castle is located in County Donegal in the northwest of Ireland, situated in the Inishowen Peninsula. The castle occupies a dramatic coastal position on the shores of Sheep Haven Bay, surrounded by rugged landscapes typical of the Irish Atlantic coastline. The area is characterized by rolling hills, moorland, and rocky terrain, with the castle standing prominently on a headland that juts into the bay. The natural harbor created by the bay's geography made this location strategically valuable historically, and today the landscape remains relatively wild and isolated, contributing to the castle's atmospheric setting.
The castle dates back to the 15th century, when it was built by the MacSweeny clan, a powerful Gaelic family with strong naval connections. It served as a fortress and stronghold for this important local dynasty during the medieval and early modern periods. The castle was later occupied by English forces and changed hands several times throughout its history, particularly during periods of conflict between Gaelic Irish lords and English colonial authorities. The structure reflects the architectural style typical of Irish castles from this era, with defensive features adapted to both land-based and sea-based threats.
Today, Doe Castle remains a striking ruin that stands as a testament to Donegal's medieval heritage. The castle attracts visitors interested in Irish history and archaeology, and it is protected as a historical monument. For the local community in Inishowen and the broader Donegal region, Doe Castle represents an important cultural landmark and connection to their Gaelic past. The site contributes to the area's identity as a region steeped in Irish history and continues to be valued both as an educational resource and as part of the landscape that defines the character of County Donegal's coastal heritage.
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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8 townlands registradas
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- Doe Castle
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- República de Irlanda
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