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Desertoghill Monastery

Derry erenaghs until 16th century

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early monastic site, purportedly founded by St Colmcille; erenaghs until 16th century

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Disert-ui-tuathghaill
  • Desert-O'Tuohill

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