Where's wall-y?

The first of Galway's town walls were constructed in the 13th century, under the command of Richard De Burgo. By the early 15th century, most of the city was enclosed within the 16 foot high limestone enclosure, and Galway became a fortified town. The total area within the walls was 25 acres and there were four gate-houses or entrances and at least seven substantial towers positioned at strategic points.

In 1505 a deep ditch or fosse was dug around the walls on the east side into which a branch of the river Corrib was turned, for further protection from attacks.

By the mid 18th century the wall had fallen into decay, however today there are still some surviving stretches to be found at the Spanish Arch, The Eyre Square Centre, inside the Edward's Square clothes shop A-Wear, and at the rear of Dunnes Stores, Eyre Square, next to the socks. 

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