Portlaun by Dromagorteen

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The Bullaun of Dromagorteen in "Bonane Heritage Park" in Town Country Dromagorteen ( Irish Drom on Ghoirtín ) in County Kerry in Ireland is one of the most unusual Bullau stones because it is more highly than a meter. The fact that the large hollow of the portlaun is on the side of the stone is also unusual, as one of the explanations for the function of the stones is based on their importance for the absorption of liquids (milk, water).

At first glance, the hollow appears to be natural, but it is definitely artificial. There are small holes ( English cups ) around the porthole . It is believed that the stone is aligned with the winter solstice.

The porthole of Dromagorteen is right next to a Fulacht Fia . Another porthole "The Rolls of Butter" is two miles south at Feaghna.

The original purpose of the bullauns is unknown, but they have an undeniable connection with the water and the worship of the Brigid . The ritual uses of the bullauns continued into Christian times and many have been found in association with early churches, most in Glendalough , County Wicklow .

literature

  • Merit Åhs: Fran skålgrop till dopfunt? En kontinuitetsstudie av Ireland's bullaunstenar . Master's thesis Stockholm University 1998

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Coordinates: 51 ° 49'57.4 "  N , 9 ° 31'5.1"  W.