Ancient Ruins
The Erne waterway is virtually littered with ancient ruins both Christian and Pagan. The sum total comprises a treasure trove for the photographer, historian or anyone interested in Ireland’s roots. Significant ruins can be found at the following locations. Crom Estate, on the North bank of the Upper Erne channel, Gad Island, near Crom Estate, Devenish Island, Inismacsaint Island, Davy’s Island, White Island, and Boa Island. Many of these locations can only be reached by boat. Boa Island is the home of one of most interesting pre-Christian statues in Ireland and Inismacsaint has, what is reputed to be, the oldest large stone cross in Ireland. Devenish Island has an excellent historical display centre, adjacent to its most interesting ruins. Rental boats and hire boats abound on the Erne Waterway. There are also some excursion boats servicing the Erne Waterway. The Ordnance Survey of Northern Ireland Activity Map of Lough Erne (ISBN 978-1-905306-26-8) is an excellent source for planning a photographic, boating, or historical research trip to Lough Erne.
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