Top Things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East
Things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland’s Ancient East: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
Discover the best top things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland including St. Joseph's Church, Solas Bhride, Capuchin Friary, St. Mullin's Monastery, Glenstal Abbey, Gougane Barra Church, Kilcrea Friary, Glendalough Monastic Settlement, St Fin Barre's Cathedral, Jerpoint Abbey.
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1. St. Joseph's Church
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
This church played a prominent role in Frank McCourt's book, "Angela's Ashes."
2. Solas Bhride
3. Capuchin Friary
4. St. Mullin's Monastery
5. Glenstal Abbey
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Built in 1830 in the style of a 12th century castle as an expansive family residence, with elaborate landscaping of trees and man-made lakes, Glenstal became a Bendictine abbey when the family moved to England in 1920. Today it includes a school of arts and crafts and a new church which houses a collection icons, silver and other treasures.
6. Gougane Barra Church
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5.0 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By catherineo915 - Carlow, Ireland
We visited Gougan Barra on our way back home from a mini break in Kenmare and I have to say what a beautiful peaceful place to visit i had heard so much about it and I had always wanted to see it and I have to say it was stunning so much history so when you visit stop and take a few minutes for yourself to sit and appreciate the beautiful scenery and to reflect on life its such a calm and peaceful place in such a busy crazy world
7. Kilcrea Friary
8. Glendalough Monastic Settlement
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4.5 based on 2,114 reviews
This historic site, whose Gaelic name translates to “valley of the two lakes,” consists of the 6th-century monastery founded by St. Kevin and the famous round tower, standing 112 feet high with a base measuring 52 feet in circumference. Visitors: There is a car park at the Visitor Centre. It is recommended to see the informational video at the Visitor Centre before starting your explorations.
Reviewed By 296ashleel
We went on September 25th and it was our first stop after arriving in Dublin. It was the perfect way to kick off our Ireland vacation. It takes a little over an hour to get from Dublin airport to Glendalough (slightly more if you are learning to drive on the opposite side!), so you can definitely do this as a day trip from Dublin. There is parking lot and a small visitor center which contain restrooms. The people at the V.C. desk were able to direct us to the walkway. You can walk around the cemetery and ruins. There were smaller pathways that you could take, so we took one that seemed less traveled. Mainly because there was a large group of students on a field trip which were being quite loud (as high schoolers do). The path we took had benches scattered throughout to stop and really immerse yourself in the quiet and beauty of it all.
9. St Fin Barre's Cathedral
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4.5 based on 974 reviews
A stately 19th-century cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of Cork.
Reviewed By igal27 - Rehovot, Israel
The walk up to the cathedral through the grounds is very impressive -- the cathedral is imposing and the grounds inviting. The kids enjoyed playing in the grass and walking through the maze. The cathedral from the inside is stunning, well worth a visit.
10. Jerpoint Abbey
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4.5 based on 605 reviews
Reviewed By PringleNI
this was an amazing place to see built probably 1000 yers ago, well worth a visit and to stop in the little village.
