CastleMacroom

Carrigaphooca Castle

The remains of the Castle can be visited

Carrigaphooca Castle is a striking castle ruin that rises picturesquely in the Irish landscape west of Macroom. Its stone silhouette bears witness to a turbulent past, making it a fascinating destination for travelers interested in historical structures.

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The origins of Carrigaphooca Castle date back to 1436, when Donal McCarthy of Drishane commissioned the construction of this fortress. Over the centuries, the castle witnessed numerous events. A particularly formative event was its destruction in 1602, when Donal Cam O'Sullivan Beare attacked and razed the complex.

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Source: Wikipedia · Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0

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Location: 51.9086, -9.0285