This site generates income via partnerships with carefully selected travel brands and/ or purchases made through links to them. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. See why this is important.Rising high above the fertile farmlands of County Laois (not far off the N7), the Rock of Dunamase was fortress of incredible strength. As you climb to the top of the rocky outcropping and view miles upon miles of Ireland you can feel the power that once resided here.