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  1. Jerpoint Abbey

    Thomastown, Kilkenny

    Dating back to the late 12th century, Jerpoint Abbey is a wonderful example of Ireland’s Cistercian heritage in County Kilkenny. Located about 2.5km south west of Thomastown, the serene abbey features splendid carvings and sculptures. Read more

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  2. St Canice's Cathedral and Round Tower

    Kilkenny City, Kilkenny

    Located in the Irishtown area of Kilkenny City, St Canice’s Cathedral dates back to 1285 and has a rich history for visitors to explore. The 30 metres high round tower also affords stunning 360 degree views of the region. Read more

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  3. Ballintubber Abbey and The Celtic Furrow

    Ballintubber, Mayo

    Ballintubber Abbey, famously described as the abbey that “refused to die,” has been continuously used for nearly eight centuries. The important historical site is located in County Mayo, only 11km from Castlebar. Read more

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  4. Sligo Abbey

    Sligo Town, Sligo

    This Sligo Town landmark was founded in 1252/3 and contains a great wealth of carvings including Gothic and Renaissance tomb sculptures and the only sculptured 15th Century high altar to survive in any Irish monastic church. Read more

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  5. Tintern Abbey

    New Ross, Wexford

    County Wexford’s Tintern Abbey was a Cistercian abbey, founded on the Hook Peninsula around 1200. Today, an atmospheric ruin remains for visitors interested in Irish monastic history, comprising a nave, chancel, tower, chapel and cloister. Read more

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  6. Struell Wells

    Downpatrick, County Down

    Struell Wells was built around a stream flowing through a secluded valley. Read more

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  7. Croagh Patrick

    Westport, Mayo

    Found in County Mayo, Croagh Patrick is an important site of pilgrimage where St Patrick is believed to have fasted for 40 days in 441. The 765m-high mountain is just 8km from Westport and affords stunning views of Clew Bay. Read more

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  8. Slemish Mountain

    Ballymena, County Antrim

    Slemish Mountain, located about 1,500 feet above sea level, is the legendary home of Saint Patrick. Read more

  9. Bonamargy Friary

    Ballycastle, County Antrim

    Well preserved remains of Franciscan friary founded around 1500 by Rory MacQuillan. Read more

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  10. Layd Old Church

    Ballymena, County Antrim

    Located one mile from Cushendall are the delightful ruins of a 13th century Franciscan foundation. Read more

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