Cross
Monasterboice West Cross (Tall Cross)
Cross
At approx. 7m, the tallest high cross in Ireland, and the most heavily carved. The crucifixion scene is unique in showing Christ standing upright in clothing with nails carved in his feet, flanked by Stephaton and Longinus. Other panels include the Mocking of Christ, the Kiss of Judas, the Baptism of Christ, and David and Goliath.
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