Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise is the site of the St. Ciaran township on the River Shannon. This is part of Ireland's OPW heritage sites. The remnants of several church buildings stand here, as well as a replica of two high crosses. The original carved crosses, as well as several pieces of carved headstones, are safely preserved inside of the extremely informative visitor center. There is a massive cemetery on site with very old and mostly unreadable stones, and the original stone footpath walked by those visiting St. Ciaran's tomb (smallest bldg on site) years ago is still visible today. The crumbling remains of the castle are visible to the left of the religious area just off the parking lot.Read more