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Swords in County Dublin, the county town of the local government area of Fingal, is a large suburban town on the east coast of Ireland, situateā€¦
Swords in County Dublin, the county town of the local government area of Fingal, is a large suburban town on the east coast of Ireland, situated ten kilometres north of Dublin city centre. It is the eighth largest urban area in Ireland, with a population of 40,776 as of the 2022 census. The town was reputedly founded c. AD 560. Located on the Ward River, Swords features Swords Castle, a restored medieval castle, a holy well from which it takes its name, a round tower and a Norman tower. Facilities in the area include the Pavilions shopping centre, one of the largest in the Dublin region, a range of civic offices, some light industries, the main storage facility and archive of the National Museum of Ireland and several parks. Dublin Airport is located nearby.
  • Country: Ireland
  • Province: Leinster
  • Region: Eastern and Midland
  • County: County Dublin
  • Founded: 560
  • Founded by: St Colmcille
  • Highest elevation: 60 m (200 ft)

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