
What is recorded here
The official Northern Ireland record identifies this as C6th MONASTERY, PRE-NORMAN, MEDIEVAL ,POST-MED. & MODERN CHURCH & CATHEDRAL: TEMPLEMORE, DAIRE COLUMCILLE, DAIRE CALGAICH or DUBH REGLES. Recorded period: E.CHRIST.; MED/L.MED; POST-MED. The official map point was placed at the centre of the recorded archaeological site from the source map reference.
Founded in the 6th century, the monastery at Templemore is traditionally associated with Saint Columba and was part of the early Christian monastic network in Ireland. It later developed into a significant religious site through the medieval period and beyond, reflecting the continuity of Christian worship in the region.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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