Sheltered by the slopes of the Twelve Bens, this lakeside castle is a romantic gothic revival fantasy. Built by Mitchell Henry for his wife in the mid 1800's, it is now an all girls boarding school run by Benedictine nuns. Located in Co. Galway.
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Nestled in the lush valley of Glendalough, a minuscule oratory, with a steeply pitched stone roof was erected around the 11th century. It is known as St. Kevin's Kitchen because it's belfry resembles a chimney. Named after St. Kevin who founded the monastery in the 6th century. Located in Co Wicklow. |
The steep wooded slopes of Glendalough, the "valley of the 2 lakes" harbor one of Ireland's most atmospheric monastic sites.
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Established by St. Kevin in the 6th century, the settlement was sacked time and again by the Vikings, but managed to survive for over 600 years. Located in Co. Wicklow. |

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