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Iona Abbey

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    Location: Iona, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    August 21, 2017

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    In the year 563 Columban came with twelve men from Ireland to Iona and founded there the monastery Iona Abbey. From Iona Christianity spread in the form of the so-called …
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    June 10, 2020

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    A really fantastic monastery with a lively church community. A day visit to the museum with a German audio guide and an evening fair are definitely recommended.
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    February 17, 2024

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    What was created here in absolute seclusion is impressive.
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    1. Iona Abbey and Nunnery – St John's Cross, Iona Abbey loop from The Village

    6.99km

    01:53

    90m

    90m

    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 20 m

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