Ireland has the world's oldest known surviving town plan - Apparently.
The town plan of Kells, Co. Meath, dates back to the 10th century, with evidence of a planned grid system and building layout. This ancient plan is remarkable, considering that most pre-Norman Irish towns were typically randomly arranged. The plan's significance is reinforced by the town's status as a major ecclesiastical center during the medieval period. The plan's age and sophistication make it a fascinating piece of Irish history, and a testament to the advanced urban planning skills of the early Irish.