Skellig Michael

Sceilg Mhichíl

island in Munster

#5 in Munster / #12 in Ireland

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Skellig Michael, also known as Great Skellig, is a rugged and remote island located approximately 12 kilometers off the southwestern coast of Ireland. It is renowned for its well-preserved early Christian monastic settlement, which dates back to the 6th century. The island features a series of beehive-shaped huts (clocháns) that were meticulously constructed by monks, who sought isolation and a closer connection to God. Skellig Michael is also famous for its dramatic, steep cliffs and diverse birdlife, including puffins and gannets. The island gained additional fame as a filming location for the Star Wars sequel trilogy.

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