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Early Christian ecclesiastical site, likely 7th–10th century. Associated with St. Michael the Archangel, it reflects the spread of Christianity in the region and the use of cashel-like structures for protection.

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These impressive ecclesiastical remains lie on the E slopes of Carrickgollogan. The church (DU026-050001-) is dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel (O'Brien 1988, 519). The remains are enclosed by a cashel-like structure (diam. c. 130m) which in places is built on a bank. This is visible at the entrance in the NE . Compiled by: Geraldine Stout and Padraig Clancy. Revised upload on: 15 April 2018.

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