81
Paroisses
3,957
Localités
400,598
Registres de recensement
75,239
Foyers
3
Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 21
- Foyers
- 1
- Personnes
- 203,254 +967776.2%
- Foyers
- 38,037 +3803600%
- Personnes
- 197,323 -2.9%
- Foyers
- 37,201 -2.2%
À propos
County Mayo is located in the northwest of Ireland, in the province of Connacht, and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west. The county's landscape is characterized by dramatic and varied terrain, including mountains, boglands, and coastal features. Croagh Patrick, Ireland's holy mountain at 764 meters, dominates the southwestern portion of the county and is one of its most recognizable landmarks. The county also encompasses Clew Bay, a notable inlet dotted with islands, and extensive areas of blanket bog that are typical of the western Irish landscape. The terrain reflects Mayo's position on the edge of the Atlantic, with weather patterns and soil conditions shaped by its coastal and westerly location.
Mayo has a long and complex history intertwined with broader Irish events. The county was significantly affected by the Great Famine of the 1840s, which devastated its population through starvation and disease, leading to substantial emigration, particularly to North America. In more recent history, Mayo was a center of agricultural and land reform movements during the late 19th century. The county also played a role in Irish independence movements, though it was not a primary site of major military conflict during the War of Independence compared to other regions.
The county is known for its strong cultural identity and traditions, particularly in music, storytelling, and sports. Mayo has a passionate hurling and Gaelic football following, with the county's football team being notably competitive in national championships, though the team has not won an All-Ireland Senior Football Championship since 1951. Croagh Patrick continues to attract pilgrims and visitors, particularly around the pilgrimage season, making it culturally and spiritually significant. The landscape and heritage have also made Mayo increasingly attractive to tourism, with visitors drawn to its natural scenery and cultural attractions.
Today, Mayo remains a largely rural county with agriculture and tourism forming important parts of its economy. The county faces the challenges common to rural Irish regions, including population decline in some areas and the need to balance economic development with preservation of its natural and cultural heritage. Despite these challenges, Mayo maintains a strong sense of community identity and continues to be valued for its natural beauty, cultural traditions, and historical significance within Ireland.
Source: AI generated
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Juridiction
République d'Irlande
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Nom irlandais
Maigh Eo
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Années de recensement
1821, 1901, 1911
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Districts
190 districts de recensement
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Annals of the Four Masters
Historical references from O'Donovan's edition (1848–51)
40 places in this county are recorded in the Annals of the Four Masters.
Elagli
The Annals of the Four Masters record Ellaghs (Irish: Oileach) in 80 entries between AD 674 and AD 2859.
*Cong*
The Annals of the Four Masters record Cong (Irish: Conga-Feichin) in 65 entries between AD 499 and AD 4532.
The Annals of the Four Masters record Ara (Irish: Ara) in 24 entries between AD 661 and AD 1602.
*Delvin*
The Annals of the Four Masters record Dervin (Irish: Dealbhna-Mór) in 20 entries between AD 1034 and AD 1600.
Glinsk
The Annals of the Four Masters record Glinsk (Irish: Glinnsece) in 11 entries between AD 236 and AD 1597.
Source: Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland by the Four Masters, ed. John O'Donovan (1848–51). Public domain.
Griffith's Valuation
National Archives of Ireland (c. 1830s-1850s)
19,036 occupiers recorded in Griffith's Valuation across 889 townlands (1830s-1850s).
Top Surnames
Source: Valuation Office Books, National Archives of Ireland. Public records.
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