59
Townlands
2,305
Registres de recensement
569
Foyers
1
Année du recensement
- Personnes
- 2,305
- Foyers
- 569
À propos
Killevy is a small rural district located in County Armagh in Northern Ireland, situated in the scenic Slieve Gullion area of South Armagh. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land, with Slieve Gullion mountain dominating the local geography. The district benefits from its position within an area of considerable natural beauty, featuring the distinctive granite peaks and moorland typical of the South Armagh uplands. The terrain is predominantly rural, with scattered settlements and farmland forming the backbone of the local economy and character.
The area has deep historical roots, with evidence of human settlement stretching back many centuries. Killevy is associated with early Christian history in Ireland, particularly through Saint Moninna, a figure in early Irish Christianity. The locality contains several sites of archaeological and religious significance that reflect its long inhabitation. The name Killevy itself derives from Irish place name elements, indicating a settlement associated with a church or religious site, which underscores the spiritual importance this district has held historically.
The Slieve Gullion Ring Fort and the broader cultural landscape of the district represent significant features of local heritage. These archaeological sites draw interest from those studying Iron Age and early medieval Ireland. The area's connections to early Christian settlement make it valuable for understanding the spread of Christianity through rural Irish communities. Additionally, the mountain itself holds cultural significance in local and broader Irish tradition and folklore.
For the local community, Killevy represents a connection to historical continuity and place identity rooted in the landscape and its past. The district serves as part of the broader South Armagh community, contributing to the regional character and heritage of County Armagh. The combination of natural features, archaeological remains, and historical associations makes Killevy meaningful to residents and visitors interested in exploring Ireland's rural heritage and landscape history.
Source: AI generated
No photo added yet
- Comté
-
Juridiction
Irlande du Nord
-
Années de recensement
1911
-
Townlands
59 townlands enregistrées
Actions rapides
Obtenir l'application iOS
Recherchez en déplacement
Emplacement du district
OpenStreetMapDétails
- District
- Killevy
- Comté
- Armagh
- Irlandais
- Ard Mhacha
- Juridiction
- Irlande du Nord
Registres de recensement
Townlands
59Cookie Notice
This site uses essential cookies to keep you signed in and remember your preferences. We do not use analytics or advertising cookies.
Read our Privacy PolicyGet in touch
Message sent
Thanks for getting in touch. I'll get back to you as soon as I can.