Alot of legends surround Gougane Barra and its lake. It was here in the lake that Saint Finbarr chased off LĂș, Gougan Barra Dragon. A dragon or a sea monster like Nessie, the legends vary in their descriptions. The creature’s expulsion is believed to be the source of the large channel that is now the … Read More “” »
Tag: holy well
Dragons, Loch Ness Monster, Ogopogo
Mythology, Pooka
The tale took place between Gougane Barra and Tobar Ghobnatan. This was the story of a 14 year old named Morty who ran away from home leaving his parents to die heartbroken when he left Ireland on a ship to America. 30 years after they died, Morty returned to find of their deaths. So he went on a pilgrimage to atone for his sins, and was recommended to do so at Ballyvourney at St. Gobnait’s well.