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Cranagh Castle
Republic of Ireland, Ireland
Cranagh Castle is a medieval tower house located in County Tipperary, Ireland.
Built from limestone and designed for defense, the castle features exceptionally thick walls, narrow slit windows, guarded entrances, and internal spiral stairways, reflecting the turbulent conditions of medieval Ireland. Historical records indicate that the castle was associated with the Purcell family and was already described as an old ruin by the mid-17th century.
Over time, parts of the structure were altered, and its upper sections were reduced in height, likely during the 18th century. Today, the surviving circular tower stands as an impressive reminder of Ireland’s medieval past. Despite centuries of change and decay, its distinctive shape and defensive architecture continue to make it a notable historic landmark in the Tipperary countryside.
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Cranagh, Co. Tipperary, Ireland
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