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Registres de recensement
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Foyers
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Années de recensement
- Personnes
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- Foyers
- 87
- Personnes
- 436 -2.7%
- Foyers
- 85 -2.3%
À propos
Rath is a small rural district located in County Wicklow in the province of Leinster, in the east of Ireland. The area is situated in the northern part of the county and is characterized by the rolling landscapes typical of the Wicklow region, with its combination of agricultural land, woodlands, and the distant presence of the Wicklow Mountains. The countryside around Rath is predominantly rural in character, with scattered farmsteads and small settlements dotting the landscape. The district benefits from its proximity to both the natural attractions of the Wicklow uplands and the more populated areas to the east, including the coastal regions and Dublin's commuter belt.
The history of Rath, like much of County Wicklow, is deeply rooted in Irish rural tradition and settlement patterns. The area has been inhabited for centuries as part of the broader Wicklow region, which has a long and complex history spanning from early Christian settlement through medieval times to the modern period. The name "Rath" itself derives from the Irish word meaning a hill fort or fortified dwelling, suggesting the area's historical significance as a place of settlement and potential defensive importance in earlier centuries. However, specific details about particular historical events or figures directly tied to Rath as a distinct district are not well-documented in widely available sources.
Rath remains a working rural community, with agriculture continuing to play an important role in the local economy and way of life. The district is home to farming families and small-scale rural enterprises typical of the Wicklow countryside. Like many rural Irish communities, Rath reflects the character of traditional countryside settlement, with residents maintaining connections to the land and local traditions. The area's significance lies primarily in its role as part of the broader rural fabric of County Wicklow, contributing to the county's agricultural heritage and rural character.
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République d'Irlande
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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