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Church in Crohan,kilnacarriga

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According to Power (1908, 49) in the townland of Crohan there is a 'Cill Liath - "Grey Church"; a well-known sub-division. The site of the ancient church is now occupied by a farm house'. He also mentions a 'Cill Liath - “Grey Church”; an early church site now occupied by O'Donnell's farmhouse' (1908, 50-51) in the townland of Kilnacarriga, which is adjacent to E of Crohan. As these descriptions are almost identical it is likely that Power is referring to the same church. This monument is unlocated within Crohan/Kilnacarriga townlands. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011
The church in Crohan, Kilnacarriga, known as Cill Liath or "Grey Church," was likely built by an early Christian community, probably between the 7th and 10th centuries. Its name and context suggest a dedication to Saint Liath, and it reflects the typical small monastic or parish church style of early medieval Ireland.

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