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Discover the Abbeys and monasteries of County Galway, a handy selection to help you plan your trip to Ireland.
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Discover the magnificent ruins of Donegal Franciscan Abbey! Magnificent, it was built in the middle of the countryside, in an exceptional setting! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/donegal-abbey/">[...]</a>
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Ross Errily Abbey is an Irish monastery in County Galway. In remarkable condition, it is best known for the beauty of its ruined architecture. A true marvel, with a charm all its own! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/ross-errily-abbey/">[...]</a>
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Killeany Abbey is an ancient Irish monastery on the island of Inishmore in the Aran Islands. Founded in the 5th century, following the evangelization of Ireland by Saint Patrick, it was an important religious center. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/killeany-abbey/">[...]</a>
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Kells Abbey is famous for being the site of the famous "Book of Kells" manuscript, a masterpiece of medieval calligraphy and illumination. Although the abbey is in ruins, it has a charming, authentic feel! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/kells-abbey/">[...]</a>
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Claregalway Friary is a Franciscan monastery in County Galway, built in 1252. The site is magnificent and imposing, with its perfectly preserved bell tower, gardens and cemetery. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-claregalway-friary/">[...]</a>
Explore the siteDiscover a superb Irish monastery in County Galway. Located not far from Gort, the building has an exceptional charm, worthy of Ireland's greatest vestiges. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/kilmacduagh-abbey/">[...]</a>
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If you're passing through the small rural village of Kilconnell, don't miss its magnificent 15th-century Franciscan abbey! Her charm is inimitable! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/kilconnell-abbey/">[...]</a>
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Clonfert Abbey is a magnificent monastery dating back to the 6th century, founded by Saint Brendan de Clonfert. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/clonfert-cathedral/">[...]</a>
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Knockmoy Abbey is a Cistercian abbey in the village of Abbeyknockmoy, County Galway. Built in the 12th century under the orders of the then King of Connacht, the abbey is one of the finest examples of medieval ecclesiastical architecture! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/knockmoy-abbey/">[...]</a>
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Located on the island of Inishmore, in the heart of the Aran Islands, Na Seacht d'Teampaill, also known as Seven Churches, is no ordinary…
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Clontuskert Abbey is an ancient Irish Augustinian priory in County Galway. Its medieval charm dates back to the 12th century, and is well worth a visit if you like ruined architecture! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/clontuskert-abbey/">[...]</a>
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