The Turoe Stone should stay in Turoe. It belongs in Turoe to move it from its historical place would be untrue to its history. Let tourists and locals view it in its gorgeous rural setting. Leave it alone!
I think it would be a shame if the stone was taken away from it's original finding place. It has brought many visitors to an area that would otherwise have not been known to many, it should be protected by the people who are most proud of the stone, the locals.
The Turoe Stone is an essential piece of the history of Galway East, and every effort should be made to ensure it remains, preserved and protected, at its original home.
Out of respect for the talented people who produced it, and who used it to build and sustain the culture and traditions we have inherited from them, I believe the Turoe Stone should be allowed to stay in its own ancient home, for all the world to see: and, at the same time, with the very best and most agreeable protection that the State of the Republic of Ireland can provide it with.
This archaeological treasure should remain where it is. There are ways of protecting monuments like this without moving them and these must be pursued.
I recall being taken to see the TS about 1956 by my father, at the time a teacher in New Inn. It seems the question might be asked: To what problem is the removal elsewhere a solution? Not being on hand [I live on Cape Cod], I can only assume that weathering and vandalism are the potential threats. However, the solution sounds a bit radical - perhaps akin to curing dandruff by decapitation.
when you remove monuments and historic items from the envionment, you deplete the land of its history. Where possible, stones like the Turoe Stone need to be left in the landscape for all to see.
Whether your Welsh, Scottish or Irish we are proud of our Celtic Brotherhood. When are the Authorities going to stop destroying our unique and valued heritage. Leave our stone monuments alone to be cherished by future generations.
The Turoe Stone is the most significant artefact of our East Galway heritage. It can be adequately protected in situ and that is the only option acceptable to us.
Sounds to me like Galway thinks that the Turoe Stone will be a better draw than the statue of Padraig which used to be in Eyre Square... They should focus on the water-
On a visit to the site last year, my wife and I were disappointed with the lack of access to the stone. Upon discussion, we believe that a visitor center can be constructed on-site to both protect the stone from continued degradation while allowing people to view the stone unobstructed while still in its original environment.
As an archaeologist who grew up in Ireland the Turoe Stone is one of three known decorated stones in the La Tene style in Ireland. The argument for its removal is that environmental conditions are such that it cannot be preserved in its present location. This is a spurious argument as a small intepretation centre (such as at Corlea for the Iron Age road) is all that is needed to keep this national treasure within the landscape in which it was created. Given the recent destruction by the NRA at the nearby site of Kiltullagh for the new road system and given the travesty which is taking place at Tara it is beholdant upon those in authority to distinguish themselves by recognizing the local condemnation of such a proposal.
One of the delights of travel in Ireland is seeing its dolmens, high crosses, and other monuments in situ. Protection is a worthy goal, but protection on site is a better one!
I am strongly in favour of treating this treasure as a local asset. Ireland's heritage will only retain its distinctive character if it is not centralized in the interests of larger concerns.
I have started this petition in order to gain support for retention of the Turoe Stone in Turoe, to support Rural Development and retain the integrity of this National teasure.
