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Rathealy Ringfort
52.6947° N, -7.4325° E
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Rathealy Ringfort is a ringfort (rath) and National Monument located in County Kilkenny, Ireland.
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
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Defensive Structures
Defensive WallsDitches
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Miscellaneous Features
Underground Tunnels
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Religious and Ritual Structures
Stelae
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Domestic and Habitation Structures
Houses
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Environmental and Natural Features
Artificial Mounds
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