Ahenny's high crosses are located on a monastic site called Kilclispeen. The two crosses, simply referred to as the North Cross and South Cross are beautiful. Both have 'caps' or 'bishop mitres', excellent Celtic knot work, and spiral patterns. It is thought that high crosses were a place to meet for religious ceremonies; or it… Continue reading High Crosses, Ahenny, County Tipperary
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High Crosses, Kilkieran, County Kilkenny
High crosses (sometimes referred to as standing crosses) are dated back to Irish and British origins. At Kilkieran, County Kilkenny, three of the earliest high crosses can be found. It is said that they date to the 9th century; two of them are ringed 'Celtic crosses' and have a capstone. The third is unique; it… Continue reading High Crosses, Kilkieran, County Kilkenny
Molough Abbey, Moloughnewtown, County Tipperary
a couple miles from Newcastle, County Tipperary is a monastery that was founded in the 6th century and was dedicated to St Brigid, an Irish saint. The buildings date to the 13th century. As we walked around, the enclosed layout showed multiple buildings, including a church and two 'domestic' buildings, and cloister. Louise (Nugent) explained… Continue reading Molough Abbey, Moloughnewtown, County Tipperary
Shanrahan Cemetery, Clogheen, County Tipperary
My day of abbeys, monasteries and churches continues to be one of surprises. We stayed within an eight-to-ten mile radius of the Ardfinnan area; I think Louise could have continued on with these historical 'nuggets.' I continued to be amazed at the number of historical sites within the area. Shanrahan Cemetery was our last stop… Continue reading Shanrahan Cemetery, Clogheen, County Tipperary
Tullaghmelan Church, County Tipperary
Around a bend or two in the road and tight local roads from Molough Abbey, we pulled over on a small patch of grass and parked. Louise was excited to show me this place, but from where I was looking, I could not see any type of ruins. As we left the car, all I… Continue reading Tullaghmelan Church, County Tipperary
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