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Bovevagh Monastery

Derry under erenaghs until 17th century oratory burned 1100

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early monastic site, purportedly founded 575 by St Colmcille; oratory burned 1100; under erenaghs until 17th century

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Both-mheidhbhe
  • Both-medhbha

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