Jerpoint Abbey, Thomastown

Name: Jerpoint Abbey
Address: Mainistir Sheireapúin, Thomastown, Ireland
Telephone: 353-56-24623

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Jerpoint Abbey is a ruined Cistercian abbey, founded in the second half of the 12th century, near Thomastown, County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is located 2.5 km south west from Thomastown on the R448 regional road. There is a Visitor Centre with an exhibition. It has been declared a national monument and has been in the care of the Office of Public Works since 1880. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1180 (844 years ago)Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 52°30'39"N, 7°9'28"W

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Mainistir SheireapúinThomastown Ireland

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353-56-24623

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Jerpoint Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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