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Monasterboice Monastic Site, County Louth

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  • It is hard to put into words the feeling Monasterboice evokes. In its most basic form, this is an old cemetery with a tower and some tall crosses. But, it is so much more. There is history here. You w...  more »
  • Beautiful quiet place when we were there. We arrived later in the afternoon and what struck me most was seeing a lady planting some new spring flowers on what I assume from the dates was her husband's...  more »
  • Hidden behind the trees on a cold, windy day, Monasterboice seemed like a miracle. Subjected to Viking attacks, the round tower (closed to the public) provided refuge and the High crosses provided ill...  more »
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