What is recorded here
The official Northern Ireland record identifies this as CHURCH: MUIRCHU'S "NORTHERN CHURCH". Recorded period: E.CHRIST.. The official map point was placed at the centre of the recorded archaeological site from the source map reference.
Built in the 7th century, Muirchu's "Northern Church" in Armagh is traditionally associated with Saint Patrick and is considered one of the earliest Christian foundations in Ireland. It is significant as part of the religious and monastic landscape that established Armagh as a key center of early Irish Christianity.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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