“Turnapin Great?” you ask. “What’s so great about it?” Well, let’s dive into the story of this Dublin townland.
Turnapin Great is part of the Drumcondra Rural Electoral Division. It sits within the civil parish of Santry. This area falls under the barony of Coolock in County Dublin.
The Irish name for Turnapin Great is Turnapain Mór. This name adds a touch of old Irish heritage to the area.
Turnapin Great can be found at 53° 24′ 41″ N latitude and 6° 14′ 40″ W longitude. These coordinates pinpoint its location in the Dublin landscape.
In terms of size, Turnapin Great covers a certain area. Nationally, it ranks as the 35951st largest townland. Within County Dublin, it holds the 420th position in size. It’s not the biggest, but it has its place.
Turnapin Great shares borders with other townlands. Unfortunately, the names of these neighboring areas remain a mystery to us.
Interestingly, there are no known subtownlands within Turnapin Great. It stands as a single, distinct area.
The history of Turnapin Great is etched in old records. Census returns might reveal past residents and their stories. Imagine uncovering handwritten records of people who once called this place home.
Turnapin Great made its digital debut on OpenStreetMap on July 13, 2015. Brianh added it to the map.
Close to Turnapin Great is Turnapin Little. The Irish name for it is Turnapain Beag.
Turnapin Little is smaller. It ranks as the 53660th largest townland nationwide. In County Dublin, it is the 792nd largest.
These townlands, Turnapin Great and Turnapin Little, offer a glimpse into Dublin’s rural past. They connect us to the historical divisions of the land. So, while Turnapin Great might seem like just another place on a map, it holds layers of history.