Ardintenant / White Castle Ruins, Co. Cork
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Description

Ardintenant or White Castle was built c. 1310 by the O'Mahonys, on the site of an older fortification. This four storey tower house beside Roaringwater Bay was the seat of the chief of Iveagh, one of the eight septs of the O'Mahony clan. It is a little unusual, being set not overlooking the water but well back in a sheltered valley with a track leading down to the water. The O'Mahony family has held a Gathering at the castle several times since 1960, most recently in July of 2003. The ruin quite well preserved is now completely covered with ivy.

More about O'Mahony Clan you will find HERE.

More about Irish Castles you will find HERE.

Useful links

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