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Droim Ineasclainn

Dromiskin
Ridge of the torrent
Dromiskin derives from the Irish Droim Ineasclainn, meaning 'the ridge of the strong stream,' with droim referring to the distinctive ridge topography. The site's documented history spans from the 5th century onwards, with the monastery traditionally associated with Saint Patrick, though scholarly sources vary on its exact founder—some crediting Lugaidh (died circa 515) and others Saint Ronan (...

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