Timoleague Friary, Franciscan monastery ruins in Timoleague, Ireland.
The stone walls of this medieval friary stand along the Argideen River, featuring large Gothic windows and a central cloister layout.
The Franciscan order established this religious complex in 1240, on grounds where Saint Molaga founded an earlier Christian settlement in the sixth century.
Local families used the monastery grounds as a burial site after English soldiers burned the structure in 1642, leaving inscribed headstones throughout the area.
Visitors can examine the remaining architectural elements, including the nave, transept, and tower, which demonstrate medieval construction techniques.
A small opening in the south window, known as the Leper's Hole, permitted individuals with leprosy to participate in religious services from outside.
Location: Timoleague
GPS coordinates: 51.64306,-8.76333
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:35
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