The ancient energy here is palpable. People have lived here for over 5,500 years. The place is magical. I visited the lovely thatched visitors center, you can have a coffeee and view the beautiful Lough Gur, Sun Shield (replica) original one in the National museum. Well worth a visit to step back in time and sense our ancient past.

A wondrously tranquil spot, which would be worth visiting for its beauty even if it had no archeological significance. But its unique role in the history of human colonisation of Ireland is a fascinating tale, brought alive to our group by a young local volunteer who, while obviously immensely knowledgeable about the area, wore his learning lightly as he told his tale with panache and humour. In my view, one of Ireland's must-see experiences.

Lough Gur is an amazing archaeological site where people have lived for over 6,000 years. It is well maintained and offers an excellent Visitors' Centre describing the periods of occupation in fascinating detail as well as local history. Replicas of artefacts discovered here are also on display. Advisable to Google in advance to grasp the magnificence of this site. The largest Stone Circle in Ireland is in the area. Coffee and biscuits are available but no cooked meals. Go to Reardon's pub restaurant nearby for that.

We went here for a day trip thinking it was just a lake and a park not realizing it is an archeological site. The visitor center gave good information on the history of the area and showed reproductions of some artifacts found in the area. The young lady at the center was friendly and helpful. The weather was dicey so she steered us to a couple of the more interesting areas including the New Church ruins and the Grange Stone Circle. Both were worth the stop despite the drizzly rain. The stone circle is the largest in Ireland and interesting to see and walk around the stones. There is parking at or near both locations.