Dunbrody Abbey

Mainistir Dhún Bróithe
abbey in New Ross
#1 in New Ross / #169 in Ireland
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by Andreas F. Borchert
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

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Dunbrody Abbey is a remarkable historical site located near New Ross in County Wexford, Ireland. Founded in the late 12th century by Herve de Montmorency, a Norman knight, the abbey originally served as a Cistercian monastery. It is an excellent example of early Gothic architecture, featuring a cruciform church with a central tower, long nave, and transepts. The abbey's extensive ruins provide a fascinating glimpse into medieval monastic life.


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