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Bun Abhann Duinne

Cushendun
Foot of the river Dun
Bun Abhann Duinne, or Cushendun, derives its Irish name from 'bun' (foot or mouth) and 'Abhann Duinne' (River Dun), referring to the river mouth where this coastal settlement sits in County Antrim. The village occupies a site of deep historical significance: before the modern settlement, it served as a secure harbor for travelers crossing between Ireland and Scotland, with rival Irish clans fre...

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