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St. Michaels Well

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St. Michaels Well
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In NE quadrant of an early ecclesiastical enclosure (GA007-068001-). All that is visible is a partially overgrown irregular hollow (E-W 5m, N-S 3m), dry at time of visit, with some thorn trees growing in it. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. II - North Galway'. Compiled by Olive Alcock, Kathy de hÓra and Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1999). Date of upload: 05 August 2010
St. Michael's Well is traditionally associated with St. Michael the Archangel, a figure venerated in Christian tradition for protection and healing. Holy wells dedicated to him were often visited for cures related to respiratory ailments and general protection from illness.

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