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Drumcliffe High Crosses

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St Colmcille founded a monastery here in the 6th century; three high crosses and the stump of a round tower survive. The best-preserved cross is a sandstone shaft standing 3.83m tall, possibly dating from the 11th century, with carved relief on multiple faces.

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