5 Best Ancient Celtic Sites for your Bucket List

Last updated on: July 27, 2016 at 9:57 pm by Gerard A. Murphy

5 Best Ancient Celtic Sites for your Bucket List 2016-07-27T21:57:13-04:00 Gerard A. Murphy

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Rock of Cashel

What can one say about this gem from an ancient era? Firstly, it’s located in Cashel, Co. Tipperary. And what exactly is it? It’s basically an ancient limestone outcrop containing a treasure chest of medieval Celtic art and 800 year old frescoes, to name but a few of its multifaceted features.

We’re talking a 12th century round tower, a Gothic cathedral and, yes a number of well-preserved Celtic Crosses. The official Irish website for this iconic gem sums it up neatly in these words:

One of the most spectacular tourist attractions in Ireland and one of the most visited. Cashel’s rich history is reflected in its built heritage, from prehistoric raths to medieval monasteries and fortified town houses, a Georgian Cathedral and a 21st century Library (which holds regular exhibitions, workshops and concerts).

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