Archaeology
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Humans have occupied Ireland for the past 10,000 years, leaving us with a rich legacy of archaeological monuments and landscapes. We work to conserve this unique archaeological heritage.
Doons Hill Fort
Aerial photo of hill fort at Doons, Co. Leitrim. (T. Kahlert (eyeflight) and T. Kytmannow)


Bishop's Palace
Archaeological excavations in progress at Bishop’s Palace, Kilkenny City (Ian Doyle)


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ARCHAEOLOGY NEWS
Historic Landscape Characterisation: Policy and Best practice guidance
Historic Landscape Characterisation (HLC) is concerned with identifying the contribution of the past to the landscape as it exists in the present.

































