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The famous Irish poet William Butler Yeats is closely associated with County Sligo; he used the abbey in two short stories: "The Crucifixion of the Outcasts" and "The Curse of Fire and Shadow." Yeats is buried in the nearby Drumcliffe Church.

Wikipedia (Roscommon Abbey, 2023-11-19): https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roscommon_Abbey Wikipedia (List of National Monuments in County Roscommon, 2023-11-19): https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_National_Monuments_in_County_Roscommon “National Monument 362 … Roscommon Abbey … Friary (Dominican)”

This castle is a powerful symbol of the strong medieval history of the town and its area. It is thought that the castle was built at the start of the 14th century by Earl of Ulster, one of the most powerful men in Ireland at the time.

This abbey is a former Augustinian / Dominican Priory and a national monument of Ireland. The site is thought to have been an early monastic one in the 6th century, giving it a real sense of history. From the roundabout head east and take the second right at Abbeycourt lane to find the abbey.

The Keep of Athlone Castle is a National Monument. The castle, which formed part of Athlone's defenses for 750 years, became a museum in 1966 run by the Old Athlone Society and was also given a modern visitor center by the city council in 1991. Athlone Castle is the fulcrum for understanding the development of Athlone, linking modern Athlone to its Norman founders.

The Caves Of Keash tower over the small village of Keash on the west side of Keshcorran Hill. The caves consist of 17 chambers and have clear evidence of human life in the form of brown bear, red deer and wolf bones. Jump off the bike and walk up to the caves to see into a window of ancient history.

The bridge in Roosky, Northern Ireland, crossing the River Shannon offers picturesque views of the river and surrounding landscapes. Its historic significance and scenic beauty make it a popular attraction for both locals and tourists.

The Cistercian monastery dates back to the 12th century, but lost its importance by the 15th century. It was later used by the army and is only partially preserved today. What is left is still very impressive.