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Dunmisk Monastery

Tyrone Early Irish Early Christian Ruins

About This Site

Early monastic site, founded by St Patrick; patron Presbyter Meascáin

Historical Information

Associated Saints:St Patrick
Alternative Names:
  • Domnach Meascáin
  • Domnach Mescan
  • Dún Meascáin

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