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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Ireland  /  Western Ireland  /  Province of Connacht  /  County Sligo  /  Sligo  /  Sligo Abbey

Sligo Abbey, Sligo

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#2 of 17 in Historic Sites in Sligo
Religious Site · Historic Site
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  • By Ann C
    Sligo Abbey was founded in 1253 as a Dominican abbey. It was impressive. We were the only ones there, we took our time and explored all of the nooks and crannies. You can still see many carvings... 
    Sligo Abbey was founded in 1253 as a Dominican abbey. It was impressive. We were the only ones there, we took our time and explored all of the nooks and crannies. You can still see many carvings...  more »
  • By Alaska_Laura213
    Helpful volunteers. We loved the self-guided tour. Make sure you take the time to read "The Abby's connection to Dracula" as told by Bram Stoker's mother in the Visitor Entry. We felt like kids on a.....  more
    Helpful volunteers. We loved the self-guided tour. Make sure you take the time to read "The Abby's connection to Dracula" as told by Bram Stoker's mother in the Visitor Entry. We felt like kids on a.....  more »
  • By Kim G
    Lovely sight to visit with some amazing history. The abbey is in really good condition considering it's age. The entrance is free right now and they provide a nice two sided sheet detailing the... 
    Lovely sight to visit with some amazing history. The abbey is in really good condition considering it's age. The entrance is free right now and they provide a nice two sided sheet detailing the...  more »
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