328
Registros censales
52
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 153
- Hogares
- 25
- Personas
- 175 +14.4%
- Hogares
- 27 +8%
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Myross is a small townland situated in County Cork in the Munster province of Ireland, located in the southwestern part of the country. The townland lies within the barony of Carbery, an area characterized by rolling countryside, farmland, and coastal influences typical of West Cork. The landscape around Myross reflects the region's maritime heritage and agricultural tradition, with a mix of fields, hedgerows, and the proximity to Inchydoney Bay contributing to its scenic qualities. The terrain is relatively undulating, and the proximity to water features has historically shaped both the settlement patterns and economic activities of the area.
The history of Myross is intertwined with the broader history of County Cork and West Cork's complex past. Like much of the region, Myross has seen the rise and fall of various settlements and witnessed the transformations brought about by colonial history, land management changes, and agricultural development. The townland name itself reflects Irish linguistic heritage, though detailed records of specific historical events localized to Myross are limited in widely available sources. The area's development has been influenced by the larger social and economic forces that shaped rural Ireland over centuries.
One of the most notable features of the Myross area is the presence of Inchydoney Church and its historical significance to the wider region. This early Christian site and the surrounding landscape represent important cultural and religious heritage for the area. The church and its setting provide tangible connections to Ireland's ecclesiastical history and have made the locality a point of cultural interest. The preservation of such sites has been important to maintaining community identity and historical continuity in West Cork.
Today, Myross remains part of the fabric of rural County Cork, contributing to the character of the West Cork landscape. The townland, like many Irish rural areas, reflects the ongoing balance between preserving agricultural and cultural heritage while adapting to modern challenges. For local communities, Myross and neighboring areas represent continuity with the past and connections to the distinctive identity of West Cork, a region known for its natural beauty, artistic traditions, and strong community bonds.
Source: AI generated
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- Parroquia
- Condado
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Nombre en irlandés
Míros
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Baronía
Carbery West (E.D.)
- Logainm
Valuation Office Records
From the National Archives of Ireland (c. 1830s–1850s)
88 occupiers recorded in the Valuation Office Books for this townland.
Source: Valuation Office Books, National Archives of Ireland. Public records.
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