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Claregalway Friary

Buildings and structures in County GalwayChristian monasteries established in the 13th centuryFranciscan monasteries in the Republic of IrelandNational monuments in County GalwayReligion in County Galway
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Claregalway Abbey Ruins
Claregalway Abbey Ruins

The Claregalway Friary (Irish: Mainistir Bhaile Chláir) is a ruined medieval Franciscan abbey in Claregalway, County Galway, Ireland. The abbey site features an east-facing, cruciform church (minus a south transept) with a 24-metre (80 ft) bell tower. The ruins of the living quarters and cloister are situated to the south of the church building.

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Claregalway Friary
Dun An Óir,

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Dun An Óir 76
H62 TE22 (Loughrea Urban ED, Dún An Óir)
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