23
Townlands
1,644
Registros censales
264
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 864
- Hogares
- 136
- Personas
- 780 -9.7%
- Hogares
- 128 -5.9%
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Ardea is a small rural district located in County Kerry in the southwest of Ireland. The area is situated in the broader landscape of the Dingle Peninsula region, characterized by rolling hills, agricultural land, and proximity to both inland waterways and the Atlantic coastline. Like much of County Kerry, Ardea's geography reflects the rugged terrain typical of southwestern Ireland, with a mix of farmland, bog, and moorland that defines the local character. The district benefits from its location within one of Ireland's most scenic counties, though it remains relatively modest in scale compared to larger population centers in the region.
The history of Ardea, like much of rural Kerry, is connected to Ireland's broader historical patterns of Gaelic settlement, Norman influence, and agricultural development. The area has its roots in traditional Irish rural communities, with land use patterns reflecting centuries of farming and pastoral activity. The placename itself reflects Irish heritage, and the district forms part of the cultural landscape of County Kerry, where Irish traditions and the Irish language have maintained historical significance. Understanding Ardea requires appreciation of the slow, continuous development of rural Irish life rather than dramatic historical events that define larger urban centers.
As a district, Ardea serves primarily as a rural residential and agricultural community. Its significance lies in its role as part of the living countryside of County Kerry, where local traditions, small-scale farming, and community connections remain important. For residents and those with family ties to the area, Ardea represents the continuity of rural Irish life. The district contributes to the broader character of the Dingle Peninsula and the wider county, supporting the agricultural economy and cultural heritage that define the region.
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
23 townlands registradas
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- Distrito
- Ardea
- Condado
- Kerry
- Irlandés
- Ciarraí
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
Registros censales
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