Rock of Cashel
Archaeological_site in Ireland, dating from the Early Medieval
The Rock of Cashel was the seat of the Kings of Munster for several hundred years before the Norman invasion. According to legend, St Patrick baptised King Aengus here in the 5th century. The dramatic limestone outcrop bears a spectacular collection of medieval buildings including a round tower, Romanesque chapel, and Gothic cathedral.
- Type:
- Archaeological_site
- Period:
- Early Medieval
- Coordinates:
- 52.52°N, 7.89°W
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- Saint Patrick's Cathedral (0.0 km)
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