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Dundalk’s Mythic Land Under Threat

Dundalk’s Mythic Land Under Threat

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A massive housing development threatens to bulldoze Ireland’s mythical heartland—over 1,000 homes planned near Dún Dealgan, legendary birthplace of Cú Chulainn and home to a 12th-century Norman castle. Heritage advocates scream “stop,” calling it the second most sacred site in Ireland after Navan Fort, while local officials wrestle with housing shortages and zoning rules. A six-thousand-signature petition, concerts, and calls for a smaller, heritage-focused project are rallying against the scale. The council says it’ll review all impacts, including a heritage park buffer, but a final decision looms on July 22nd—balancing modern needs with ancient legends.

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