Donegal

Ireland

Also known as: Dún Na nGall

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Irish:: Dún na nGall (“Fort of the Foreigners”)

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Donegal, seaport and market town, County Donegal, Ireland, on the River Eske at the head of Donegal Bay. It is famed for its historic associations and picturesque environs. South of the town are the ruins of the Franciscan Donegal Abbey (founded 1474). Donegal Castle, a stronghold of the O’Donnells, was rebuilt in the early 17th century. The town is noted for its handwoven tweed. Pop. (2002) 2,453; (2011) 2,607.

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