Glendalough
Glendalough is near Laragh in County Wicklow, Ireland. Founded by St Kevin in the 6th century. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.
Sponsor Glendalough
Put your logo on Glendalough on the Sim Britain map, with a link to your website, for £1.
History
St Kevin founded a monastery at Glendalough, the "valley of the two lakes", in the 6th century. It grew into one of the most important centres of learning in early Christian Ireland.
Its round tower, about 30 metres tall, is still complete after around a thousand years. The site lies in Wicklow Mountains National Park.
Quick facts
- Where: Laragh, County Wicklow, Ireland
- Built / formed: monastery founded in the 6th century
- Founded by St Kevin in the 6th century
- Round tower about 30 m tall
- In Wicklow Mountains National Park
Visiting Glendalough
For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Glendalough website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Glendalough?
Glendalough is near Laragh in County Wicklow, Ireland.
When was Glendalough built?
Glendalough: monastery founded in the 6th century.
Who sponsors Glendalough on Sim Britain?
Nobody yet. Glendalough is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.
How do I sponsor Glendalough on Sim Britain?
Open Glendalough on the map, choose Claim and pay £1 by card. Your logo goes on top of the landmark with a link to your website, and the building grows a layer. If someone outbids you, the price rises by half.
Can I visit Glendalough?
Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗
Nearby landmarks
- Guinness Storehouse Dublin, Ireland
- Croke Park Dublin, Ireland
- Newgrange Donore, Ireland
- Rock of Cashel Cashel, Ireland