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15 Historical Landmarks That Define Irish History

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11. The Giant’s Causeway

11. The Giant's Causeway
A breathtaking coastal scene showcasing the Giant’s Causeway’s interlocking basalt columns stretching into the sea. | Photo by Marian Florinel Condruz on Pexels

The Giant’s Causeway, located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its approximately 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed by volcanic activity around 60 million years ago. This geological marvel has inspired numerous myths, notably the legend of the Irish giant Finn McCool, who is said to have built the causeway to confront his Scottish rival, Benandonner (giantscauseway.ccght.org).

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