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Killyon Monastery

Offaly Early Irish 5th century Ruins

About This Site

Early monastic site, nuns founded 5th century (after the death of his father) by St Ciaran for his mother, Liedania

Historical Information

Founded:5th century
Associated Saints:St Ciaran for his mother, Liedania
Alternative Names:
  • Cell-liadain
  • Kil-liadhuin

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