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- Personnes
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- Foyers
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- Personnes
- 479 -11.8%
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- 92 -3.2%
À propos
Ardagh is a small rural district located in County Mayo in the west of Ireland, situated within the broader landscape of Connacht. The area is characterized by the rolling hills and boglands typical of County Mayo's interior, with the terrain reflecting the geological formations common to this part of Ireland. The district lies within a region known for its agricultural heritage, particularly sheep and cattle farming, and its natural environment includes typical features of the Irish midlands such as peat bogs, small lakes, and grassland. The landscape around Ardagh exemplifies the rural character that defines much of County Mayo's identity.
Ardagh has deep historical roots in Irish culture and settlement patterns. Like many small districts in County Mayo, it reflects the complex layers of Irish history, from early Christian monastic settlements through the medieval period to the experience of rural life in more recent centuries. The area contains archaeological and historical sites that are representative of County Mayo's broader heritage, and the local community has maintained connections to these historical layers through place names, local traditions, and the built environment. The district's development has been shaped by the general patterns affecting rural Ireland, including agricultural practices, emigration, and changing land use over generations.
The significance of Ardagh lies primarily in its role as part of the rural Mayo community and its contribution to the local farming economy and cultural life. Small villages and districts like Ardagh serve as social centers for their surrounding areas, hosting community activities, maintaining local traditions, and providing services to rural populations. The sense of community identity in areas like Ardagh remains important to residents, even as rural Ireland has experienced demographic and economic changes over recent decades. These districts represent the everyday fabric of Irish rural life and the enduring networks of family, farming, and local connection that characterize the Irish countryside.
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République d'Irlande
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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