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Cathedrals

St Brigid’s Cathedral

St Brigid's Cathedral is a cathedral in the village of Kildare, located in Market Square. This magnificent 13th-century building has a standard…

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Irish racecourses

Curragh Horse Racing Course

The Curragh Horse Racing Course is one of Kildare's most popular racecourses. The locals love to hang around and watch the racing…

Feast of Saint BrigidSaints and Religious in Ireland

Saint Brigid

St. Brigid (451-525) is one of Ireland’s patron saints, like St . Patrick. Known for her contribution to the development of Christianity in Ireland,…

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Kildare

Kildare is a picturesque Irish town in the province of Leinster, in County Kildare to be precise. Contrary to appearances, the town is not the county capital (Naas is), but it does offer some superb places to discover. Situated not far from Dublin, Kildare is often considered a suburb in its own right of the Dublin conurbation, and as such benefits from a strong cultural dynamism… Kildare is particularly renowned for its horse-racing events…

History of Kildare

A town marked by Christianity

Kildare is reputed to be the birthplace of St. Brigid (451-525), patron saint of Ireland. Born in Kildare in 451, she dedicated her life to Christianity. She founded the first mixed convent in the town, welcoming monks and nuns.

Brigitte’s actions soon made her a leading figure in the town, which gradually expanded around the convent.

Even today, the saint is a prominent figure in the town of Kildare.