Killeshin Church
An elaborate Romanesque archway, built right before the British occupation of Ireland.

πŸ“œ 12th-century Romanesque church and National Monument in County Laois, Ireland.
πŸ” Features an elaborate Romanesque archway with early Christian and pagan carvings.

Why Go

🏰 One of the best preserved examples of Romanesque architecture in Ireland
πŸ—Ώ See unique stone carvings including manticore, griffin, dragon, and 12 apostles
πŸ“œ Explore a historical site marking the beginning of British occupation in Ireland
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Maintained by a local whose family is buried on the church grounds

Tips

πŸ…ΏοΈ Free roadside parking available nearby.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Easily accessible from Carlow via R431, Springhill Road.

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