A tall round tower stands not far from a ruined church with a chapel still attached. Inside the chapel is a rather fine tomb with stone effigies of a knight and lady. The tomb is believed to be that of John Mac Gillapatrick, who died in 1511. The tomb was carved by a member of the famous sculptor family, the O'Tunneys. Located in Co. Kilkenny Hand printed by the photograher. Taken with black/white infrared film.
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This Medieval monastery, on the banks of the River Shannon, was founded by St. Ciaran in 545-548 A.D. Many Kings of Tara and Connaught were buried here. It fell to the English in 1552. Located in Co. Offaly
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There are tombs and effigies of early bishops and patrons throughout the abbey. One can be seen on the left of the archway. Located in Co. Kilkenny.
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The Hill of Slane is where St. Patrick, in 433 AD, lit a Paschal (Easter) fire as a challenge to the pagan High King of Tara. Located in Co. Meath.
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