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Kilfortchearn Monastery

Carlow purportedly founded 5th century

About This Site

early monastic site, purportedly founded 5th century (in the time of St Patrick) by St Fortchern, bishop

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Cell-foirtcheirn
  • Ui Drona

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