Kilnaruane Pillar Stone, Ancient monolith near Bantry, Ireland
The stone pillar stands 2.1 meters tall on a drumlin within a square enclosure, displaying intricate carvings on its northeast and southwest faces.
The pillar emerged in the 8th or 9th century, marking a potential monastic site founded by Brendan in the 6th century near present-day Bantry.
The southwest face includes carvings of a Celtic knot, paired sheep with interlocked horns, and a currach boat navigating through crosses.
The stone monument lies 1.6 kilometers southwest of Bantry, accessible via the N71 road and a marked path from Westlodge Hotel.
Mortises on both sides indicate the pillar once formed part of a high cross, with nearby stone fragments suggesting additional religious structures.
Location: County Cork
GPS coordinates: 51.67131,-9.46786
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:49
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