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Kylemore Abbey
Kylemore Abbey is near Letterfrack in County Galway, Ireland. Built 1867 to 1871. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.
Sponsor Kylemore Abbey
Put your logo on Kylemore Abbey on the Sim Britain map, with a link to your website, for £1.
History
Kylemore Castle was built between 1867 and 1871 by the wealthy merchant and politician Mitchell Henry as a gift for his wife, Margaret. It stands beside a lake in the Connemara mountains.
Benedictine nuns have lived there since 1920, when it became Kylemore Abbey. Its Victorian walled garden and neo-Gothic church are open to visitors.
Quick facts
- Where: Letterfrack, County Galway, Ireland
- Built / formed: 1867 to 1871
- Built 1867 to 1871
- Home of Benedictine nuns since 1920
- Famous Victorian walled garden
Visiting Kylemore Abbey
For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Kylemore Abbey website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kylemore Abbey?
Kylemore Abbey is near Letterfrack in County Galway, Ireland.
When was Kylemore Abbey built?
Kylemore Abbey: 1867 to 1871.
Who sponsors Kylemore Abbey on Sim Britain?
Nobody yet. Kylemore Abbey is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.
How do I sponsor Kylemore Abbey on Sim Britain?
Open Kylemore Abbey 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 Kylemore Abbey?
Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗
Nearby landmarks
- Cliffs of Moher Liscannor, Ireland
- Rock of Cashel Cashel, Ireland
- Blarney Castle Blarney, Ireland
- Skellig Michael Portmagee, Ireland