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Ballymagrorty Monastery (Derry Diocese)

Derry founded 6th century

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early monastic site, founded 6th century by St Colmcille

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Baile-meg-robhartaig
  • Baile-megrabhartaigh

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