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Townlands
1,459
Registres de recensement
308
Foyers
2
Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 755
- Foyers
- 159
- Personnes
- 704 -6.8%
- Foyers
- 149 -6.3%
À propos
Glen is a small rural district located in County Donegal in the northwest of Ireland, situated in the scenic Inishowen Peninsula. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, moorland, and agricultural land typical of the wider Donegal region. The area benefits from its proximity to the Atlantic coastline and is surrounded by the natural beauty that defines much of the peninsula, with views across varied terrain that has been shaped by glacial activity and centuries of human settlement and farming practices.
The district, like much of Donegal, has deep roots in Irish history and culture. The region has been inhabited for centuries and reflects the broader patterns of settlement, migration, and community development that characterize rural Ireland. Glen's history is intertwined with that of the Inishowen Peninsula, which has been significant in Irish affairs due to its strategic location and its role in various historical periods, from medieval times through to the present day.
Glen serves as a focal point for the surrounding farming community and small settlements in the area. The district is primarily characterized by its agricultural heritage, with farming forming the backbone of local economic and social life. Like many rural Irish communities, Glen embodies the traditions and values of rural Donegal life, with its residents maintaining connections to the land and to one another through generations of community ties.
The significance of Glen to the local community lies in its role as a gathering point and service center for the surrounding rural population. It represents the kind of small district that has historically been important to rural Irish society, providing essential services and serving as a hub for community activities and local identity. Despite the challenges facing rural Ireland, including population changes and economic shifts, Glen continues to represent the character and resilience of Donegal's countryside communities.
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République d'Irlande
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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