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Cross — Eoghanacht

Cross — High cross

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The South Cross at Inis Mór, known as the Cross of the Eoghanacht, was likely built by the Eoghanacht dynasty in the 8th or 9th century. It is a high cross of early Christian style, possibly dedicated to a saint, and is significant as a remnant of monastic activity in the Na Seacht Teampaill area.

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What is recorded here

Within a leacht (GA110-023005-) c. 80m S of Teampall Bhreacáin (GA110-010001-) at Na Seacht Teampaill, Inis Mór. Known as the South Cross, it survives as eight fragments cemented together in a horizontal position on a modern cement plinth. These formed part of a limestone cross (Wth 0.3m, T 0.15m) with an asymmetrical ringed head, which originally stood at least 1.95m in height. Decoration consists of knotwork and fret patterns. (Waddell 1973, 24; Westropp 1895, 253-4; Crawford 1907, 212) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Updated by: Olive Alcock Date of revised upload: 8 March 2016
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