An tOileán Mór

An tOileán Mór, meaning 'The Big Island', is one of Cork Harbour's most historically significant islands. Prehistoric settlement is evidenced by the ancient name Ard-Neimheadh ('High Island of Neimheadh'), where Neimheadh was legendary leader of an early invasion group. Early medieval periods saw ringforts, fulacht fiadh (burnt mounds), and holy wells established across the island, indicating c...