More Samhain stuff from Ed Mooney. Beats pumpkins any day of the week 🙂
As the big day approaces, I thought it might be nice to share with you the story of Tlacghta, considering its fascinating history and importance in the Samhain celebrations. So for those of you whom have not seen this before, please read on.
As previously mentioned the flame which re lit every fire across the country at Samhain came from Tlachtga. Tlachtga or the Hill of Ward as it is now known named after a former owner from the 17th century was once the spiritual center of Ireland. It was at Tlachtga that the Druids believed the gap between our world and the Other-world was at its thinnest. It can be found just outside Athboy in Co Meath and is approx 12 miles from the Hill of Tara. Tlachtga contains a hill fort consisting of four concentric banks with a central platform which is about 150 meters in diameter…
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