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Drumcolumb Monastery

Roscommon Early Irish 6th Century Ruins

About This Site

Early monastic site, founded 6th century by St Colmcille for his disciple Finbarr

Historical Information

Founded:6th century
Associated Saints:St Colmcille for his disciple Finbarr
Alternative Names:
  • Druim-coluim
  • Druim-namac

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