History Of Roads In Ireland
Coordinates: 53°35′10″N 6°42′34″W / 53.58615°N 6.70938°W / 53.58615; -6.70938
There have been routes and trackways in Ireland connecting settlements and facilitating trade since ancient times and the country now has an extensive network of public roads connecting all parts of the island.
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