The ruined entrance to the monastery complex at Glendalough.
Tag: Monastery
Glendalough Round Tower
The round tower at Glendalough stands at an impressive 33m.
Round Towers are found almost exclusively in Ireland, there are three others in Scotland and one on the Isle of Man. It is believed that they were used as bell towers, refuges from invaders, or as monastic strongrooms. Whatever purpose they were used for they sure make memorable landmarks in the Irish countryside.
Glendalough Landscape
The Glendalough Monastery site from the visitor centre.
Loveseat
The Newly-weds on the “Heart Seat” at the Glendalough visitor centre.
Glendalough Churchyard
A view of the Glendalough Monastery Churchyard from inside of one of the ruined churches.