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Ancient Ruins of Clonmacnoise Monastery

Relax and unwind to the calm soothing music while watching the slideshow of Clonmacnoise Monastery in County Offaly, Ireland. Founded in 5th century by St. Ciarán, this is a historical site of great importance in Ireland with magnificent views over the River Shannon.

Known in Gaelic as Cluain Mhic Nois. The site contains a number of well-preserved ruins, including churches, round towers, and high crosses. These structures were built over several centuries, with the oldest dating back to the 9th century. Today, Clonmacnoise is a popular tourist attraction and an important site for scholars of early Irish history and culture. Visitors can explore the ruins and learn about the site's rich history at the on-site visitor centre.