Places of Interest
- Ballyloughan Castle is situated near Muine Bheag and comprises a twin-towered gatehouse and the hall and foundations of one of the corner towers of a large castle dating from approximately 1300.
- Ballymoon Castle is situated 3 km (2 mi) east of Muine Bheag, and is thought to date from the 13th century.
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