
What is recorded here
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Tobermurry on Caher Island is traditionally associated with Saint Murry, a 7th-century Irish monk and hermit known for his ascetic practices. The well is linked to local folklore involving healing and pilgrimage, with customs possibly reflecting pre-Christian water worship traditions.
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- What survives
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Places near here
Caher IslandIsland · 555 yd
MonumentsPenitential station · 984 yd
Enclosure in Caher IslandEnclosure · 1053 yd
Ballybeg IslandIslet · 1088 yd
Bunlough StrandBeach / strand · 5.2 mi
ScalpatruceMountain / peak · 6.4 mi
Rinvyle PointHeadland · 7.6 miOther information
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