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Ardagh Monastery

📍 Longford ⛪ Early Irish 📅 5th century 🏛️ Diocesan

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Early monastic site founded 5th century by St Patrick or St Mel? diocesan cathedral 1111

Early monastic site founded 5th century by St Patrick or St Mel? diocesan cathedral 1111

Historical Information

Founded: 5th century
Associated Saints: St Patrick or St Mel
Alternative Names:
  • Ardachad

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