Listowel in County Kerry, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)
"River Fort"
This sculpture was designed by local councillor and craftsman Tony O'Callaghan
The “Standing Stone” illustrates the River Feale which flows around our town.
The “Ring” depicts an earthen fort situated in the vicinity of the town from which the town got its name Lios Tuathail (Listowel).
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Forts and Castles • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 52° 26.696′ N, 9° 29.155′ W. Marker is in Listowel, Munster, in County Kerry. Marker is at the intersection of Bridge Road (National Road 69) and the Town Square, in the median on Bridge Road. Marker is about fifty feet south of the St. John's Theater (former church), on the town square. Touch for map. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within 14 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Maid of Erin (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Teampaillín Bán (approx. one kilometer away); To the People of Ireland (approx. 10 kilometers away); Thatched Chapel Cross (approx. 14.2 kilometers away); Reverend William Casey (approx. 14.2 kilometers away).
Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 2, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 1,292 times since then and 2 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on November 2, 2009.