- Jackson’s Fort Encounter: In Gort Lamma, on the border of Leitrim and Sligo, stands the renowned Jackson’s Fort; one night, a man passing by experienced supernatural disturbances linked to the fairies who inhabit this ancient ring fort.
- The Banshee’s Wail: In districts such as Doochorran and Aghavilla, tales recount the banshee appearing to certain old families, her mournful cries and combing of long hair foretelling death in the household.
- The Hidden Treasure in Sheebeg: On the hill of Sheebeg in Kiltubrid parish, a crock of gold is said to be buried with a king and queen; diggers were thwarted by a massive stone, and since then, mysterious lights and a large black cat are seen guarding the site.
- The Chest of Gold in the Lake: Near Drumheriff in Drumshambo, tradition holds that the Danes hid a chest of gold in a small lake to prevent the Irish from finding it; the treasure remains undisturbed beneath the waters.
- The Dangerous Rock and the Fairies: In the Drumlease area, an ancient rock was believed to be a place where fairies danced; when locals attempted to remove it for safety reasons after a child’s accident, the men of the district could not shift it despite their efforts.
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Ireland’s county Leitrim is a haven of waterways and unspoilt scenery, with the Shannon-Erne Waterway offering tranquil boating and fishing opportunities. Carrick-on-Shannon’s historic Costello Chapel and vibrant marina provide cultural and leisurely appeal, while Glencar Waterfall adds natural beauty. Leitrim is Ireland’s seventh smallest county by size (1,525 square km) and smallest by population (35,199). Population peaked at 155,297 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 25,057 in 1996. In terms of hospitality, Leitrim is Ireland’s 29th most visited tourist county with around 39,000 international visitors per year.
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