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Tobernabolgogy

Holy well
Tobernabolgogy
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Situated on a slight SSW-facing slope in gently undulating pasture. Marked and named on both the 1836-7 and 1940-1 editions of the OS 6-inch map. The well has been filled in and there are no remains visible at ground level. Compiled by: Patrick F. O'Donovan Date of upload: 21 April 2011
Tobernabolgogy is traditionally associated with Saint Columba, a key figure in early Irish Christianity, and is linked to local healing practices. The name "Tobernabolgogy" may derive from "Tobar na Bó Láthair," suggesting a well connected to a miraculous or sacred cow in local folklore.

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