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Ossian and Tir na n-Og

Do you believe in love and magic? Here is a story where they are central themes.

The mighty hero Fionn Mac Cumhail had a son called Oisín - Ossian.

Ossian was the Fianna’s most gifted poet. His name meant 'young deer' or 'little fawn'.

Ossian was destined to marry the princess Niamh from the magical realm of Tir na n-Og.

The land of the ever young, where age was banished and pain unknown. This Isle of the Blessed had orchards of fruit trees drooping with cherries, apples, oranges and lemons.

Niamh rode a white horse across the waters from Tir na n-Og to Erin to find Ossian. 

But will they live happily ever after? Listen to the story to find out...

Listen to the story of Ossian and Tìr nan Òg


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David Campbell - Oisin Part 1

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Ossian Part 1

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David Campbell - Oisin Part 2

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