Local Legends
Lia Fáil
Dunshaughlin, Ireland
The Fál (Irish: [fˠaːlˠ]) or Lia Fáil (Irish: [ˌl̠ʲiə ˈfˠaːlʲ]; "Stone of Fál") is a stone at the Inauguration Mound (Irish: an Forrad) on the Hill of Tara in County Meath, Ireland, which served as the coronation stone for the King of Tara and hence High King of Ireland. It is also known as the Stone of Destiny or Speaking Stone. According to legend, all of the kings of Ireland were crowned on the stone up to Muirchertach mac Ercae, c. 500 AD.
- Category
- Local Legends
- Location
- Dunshaughlin, Ireland
- Coordinates
- 53.57863, -6.61214
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q687578
What is Lia Fáil?
Lia Fáil is a Local Legends place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Tara Mine, Dunderry Lodge, Trim Castle, Slane Castle.
Where is Lia Fáil?
Lia Fáil is in Dunshaughlin, Ireland. Coordinates: 53.57863, -6.61214.
How do I get to Lia Fáil?
Lia Fáil is at Dunshaughlin, Ireland (53.57863, -6.61214). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.