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Tobernagleedah

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Tobernagleedah
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Close to lake shore, c. 130m ENE of early ecclesiastical remains (GA041-037001-). It consists of a natural spring, dry at time of visit. It is delimited by a subcircular drystone wall (D 1.6m) with a gap at SW. Now overgrown and no traces of veneration are evident. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). Date of upload: 05 August 2010
Linked to Saint Michael, Tobernagleedah is associated with healing traditions, particularly for ailments of the eyes and general well-being. The site's location near early ecclesiastical remains suggests a long-standing Christian and possibly pre-Christian ritual significance.

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