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Glasmore Monastery

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About This Site

early monastic site, Gaelic monks founded by St Cronan (Mochua)

early monastic site, Gaelic monks founded by St Cronan (Mochua)

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Glaismor
  • Moortown
Communities & Provenance:

early monastic site, Gaelic monks founded by St Cronan (Mochua)

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