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Ardcolm Monastery

📍 Wexford ⛪ Early Irish 📅 6th Century 🏛️ Ruins

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Early monastic site, founded 6th century by St Colmcille

Early monastic site, founded 6th century by St Colmcille

Historical Information

Founded: 6th century
Associated Saints: St Colmcille
Alternative Names:
  • Airdne-coluim

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