Killaspugbrone Church, Strandhill

#1 among attractions in Strandhill

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Killaspugbrone is an early Christian church on the coast west of Sligo town and near the modern resort of Strandhill. Known as Caiseal Irrae in the earliest references. One of the earliest churches in Sligo, it was founded by Bishop Brón mac Icni a contemporary of St. Patrick. ()

Coordinates: 54°16'58"N, 8°36'9"W

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Strandhill Ireland

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Killaspugbrone Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Carrowmore, Sligo Abbey, Metal Man, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.

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Complex of Megalithic tombs
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1200s Dominican friary with noted altar
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Sacred and religious sites, Church
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Concerts and shows, Theater
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Museum
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Sacred and religious sites, Church
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Archaeological site
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