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Glenkeen Monastery

Tipperary Early Irish 5th century Ruins

About This Site

Early monastic site, founded 5th century by St Patrick (if Glenshaoin) or St Culan (if in the valley of Glean-chaoin)

Historical Information

Founded:5th century
Alternative Names:
  • Glean-chaoin
  • Glenn-chaoin

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