Na Seacht dTeampaill (The Seven Churches)

Despite its popular name there are really only two churches amongst ‘The Seven Churches’; the other buildings were probably accommodation for pilgrims and outbuildings. Árainn’s importance as a pilgrimage destination is indicated by the fact that in 1607 Pope Paul V granted a plenary indulgence to all who visited the churches of the island on particular holy days. The largest building on the s...