34
Townlands
1,329
Registros censales
310
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 649
- Hogares
- 162
- Personas
- 680 +4.8%
- Hogares
- 148 -8.6%
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Monea is a small district located in County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland, situated in the northwestern part of the island of Ireland. The area is characterized by the rolling drumlin landscape typical of much of Ulster, with a terrain shaped by glacial activity that left behind numerous small hills and valleys. The district lies within the broader Fermanagh region, which is known for its lakes, waterways, and agricultural land. The landscape around Monea reflects the rural character of County Fermanagh, with a mix of farmland, woodland, and natural water features that define the local environment.
The history of Monea is connected to the broader narrative of Ulster and Irish rural development, particularly during the period of English settlement and plantation in the 16th and 17th centuries. The area, like much of Fermanagh, was shaped by these historical processes, which introduced new farming practices and settlement patterns to the region. Monea is perhaps best known for Monea Castle, a 17th-century fortified house that stands as a significant historical monument in the district. The castle represents the architectural style of the period and the strategic interests of settlers in the region during the early modern era.
Monea Castle itself is one of the most notable features of the district and draws interest from those studying Irish architectural history and local heritage. The structure provides insight into the defensive and residential needs of the period in which it was built. The castle and its surrounding landscape have contributed to Monea's identity as a place of historical interest within Fermanagh, attracting visitors and researchers interested in the region's past. The presence of such historical structures helps anchor the district's sense of place and cultural identity.
For the local community in Monea, the district remains a rural, agricultural area where farming and small-scale enterprise continue to form the basis of local life. Like many rural areas in Northern Ireland, Monea reflects broader trends of agricultural tradition balanced with the challenges and changes of contemporary rural communities. The district's historical heritage, combined with its natural landscape, contributes to its character and serves as part of the wider cultural and geographical identity of County Fermanagh.
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- Condado
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Jurisdicción
Irlanda del Norte
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
34 townlands registradas
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- Monea
- Condado
- Fermanagh
- Irlandés
- Fear Manach
- Jurisdicción
- Irlanda del Norte
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