Tara

This tartan is a colour modification of MacLean of Duart. It is believed for many years to have been recorded in 'Clans Originaux' (Paris, 1880) as Murphy and later renamed 'Tara' (1967). Later research suggests that none of the tartans included in Clans Originaux are Irish.  ‘Tara’ was originally called Murphy.

 The Hill of Tara (Cnoc na Teamhrach) is located near the River Boyne on an archaeological complex that runs between Navan and Dunshaughlin in County Meath.  According to tradition, this was the seat of the High King of Ireland, documented in the 11th century; it traced this to mythological Fir Bolg and Tuatha De Danann.  It is believed that the institution did not confer authority over the whole island.  The Hill was used by people from the Neolithic era.  It continued to have political and cultural significance, and is an important heritage site now.