Brian Boru, Ireland’s last high king, was raised in Killaloe around 940. Just outside the village a serene wooded trail takes visitors to the remnants of a fort he used to control the Shannon River and Lough Derg. The circular earthenworks, now covered with trees, provides an pleasant walk and enjoyable picnic spot. The Heritage Centre in town tells the story of Brian Boru and offers more insight into local history.
- Website: Brian Boru Heritage Centre
- Clare Library: Killaloe Places of Interest
- Mythical Ireland: Beal Boru, Brian Boru’s Fort
- DeadlyPhoto: Beal Boru: Brian Boru’s Fort
Written by Corey Taratuta
Corey hosts the Irish Fireside podcast and blog which has been named Best Blog of the Diaspora by the Irish Web Awards. His work has appeared on Google Field Trip, www.Lonely Planet.com, National Public Radio, www.WanderingEducators.com, www.BritMums.com, www.DiscoveryWorld.org, and elsewhere. His web community has been named finalist for the People’s Choice Podcast Awards and Irish Blog Awards, and his Irish travel program has ranked in the iTunes Top 50 Travel Podcasts. Corey’s Tips | Website
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