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St Derivla’s Monastery

📍 Mayo ⛪ Early Irish 📅 6th Century 🏛️ Ruins

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Early monastic site, probably founded in the 6th century by St Dairbhile

Early monastic site, probably founded in the 6th century by St Dairbhile

Historical Information

Founded: 6th century
Associated Saints: St Dairbhile

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