Not far off the N18 in Quin, this abbey is striking. For me, the abbey's appeal is in the contrast the large ruins make against the bright green but empty countyside. There is a creek or small river that runs alongside the informal path, and the noise it makes adds to the experience. I was alone as I toured and... more
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Set in the quintessential pretty Irish village of Quin is the terrific Quin abbey (in reality the is a friary) - which incorporates a De Clare castle which was built in 1280. This castle was destroyed in 1286 by the MacNamara clan in revenge for the slaying of a relative, and the remain thick stone walls were incorporated into a... more
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