62
Paróistí
841
Bailte Fearainn
75,576
Taifid Daonáirimh
15,582
Teaghlaigh
3
Bliana Daonáirimh
- Daoine
- 8
- Teaghlaigh
- 1
- Daoine
- 37,847 +472987.5%
- Teaghlaigh
- 7,858 +785700%
- Daoine
- 37,721 -0.3%
- Teaghlaigh
- 7,723 -1.7%
Maidir Liom
Carlow is a county located in the southeast of Ireland, situated in the province of Leinster. It lies between County Kilkenny to the west and County Wicklow to the east, with County Laois to the north and County Wexford to the south. The county town, also called Carlow, serves as its administrative center. The landscape is characterized by fertile agricultural land in the lowlands, with the Blackstairs Mountains forming a natural boundary to the south and east. The River Barrow, one of Ireland's major waterways, flows through the county and has historically been significant for both transportation and trade.
The region has a rich medieval history dating back centuries. Carlow was an important Norman stronghold, and Carlow Castle, built in the 13th century, stands as a testament to this period. The county played various roles throughout Irish history, including during the rebellion of 1798 when it witnessed significant conflict. The town of Carlow developed as a commercial and administrative hub, and its location made it strategically important during different historical periods. The county's heritage reflects the broader patterns of Irish history, from Anglo-Norman settlement through to modern times.
In modern times, Carlow has developed as a mixed agricultural and small industrial center. The county is known for its farming heritage, particularly grain production, which has made it economically significant in the Irish agricultural sector. The Carlow College, originally founded in the 18th century, became an important educational institution for the region. The county has also been home to various craft and manufacturing enterprises over the decades. Tourism plays a modest but growing role in the local economy, drawing visitors interested in the region's historical sites and natural landscape.
For its residents, Carlow represents a blend of rural heritage and modest urban development. The local community maintains strong connections to agriculture and traditional industries while adapting to contemporary changes. The county town remains the focal point for services and commerce, while smaller villages throughout the county retain their own character. For many who live there, Carlow embodies the quieter aspects of Irish provincial life, offering a sense of local identity rooted in both history and contemporary community ties.
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Dlínse
Poblacht na hÉireann
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Ainm Gaeilge
Ceatharlach
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Bliana Daonáirimh
1821, 1901, 1911
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Ceantair
64 ceantar daonáirimh
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Annals of the Four Masters
Historical references from O'Donovan's edition (1848–51)
6 places in this county are recorded in the Annals of the Four Masters.
*Fenagh*
The Annals of the Four Masters record Fenagh (Irish: Fiodlnacha-Maighe-Rein) in 14 entries between AD 464 and AD 1573.
Carlow
The Annals of the Four Masters record Carlow (Irish: Ceithiorlach) in 3 entries between AD 1030 and AD 1601.
The Annals of the Four Masters record Carlow (Irish: Carlow) in 2 entries between AD 1050 and AD 1580.
Aughanure
The Annals of the Four Masters record Aghanure (Irish: Achadh-na-n-iubhar) in 1 entry in AD 1572.
Rathvilly
The Annals of the Four Masters record Rathvilly (Irish: Rath-bíle) in 1 entry in AD 1546.
Source: Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland by the Four Masters, ed. John O'Donovan (1848–51). Public domain.
Luacháil Griffith
Cartlann Náisiúnta na hÉireann (timpeall 1830idí-1850idí)
Taifeadadh 45,566 sealbhóir i Luacháil Griffith ar fud 527 baile fearainn (1830idí-1850idí).
Príomhshloinnte
Foinse: Leabhair Oifig na Luachála, Cartlann Náisiúnta na hÉireann. Taifid phoiblí.
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