Founded by Saint Laisrén mac Nad Froích (aka St Molaise) in the 6th century, the monastic site was built on a pilgrimage route to Croagh Patrick. As you view the Island from Trory Pier you can see the 25 metre tall 12th century round tower standing majestically above the ruined buildings. The tower has wooden floors and can be climbed by the public via a series of ladders. The tower is decorated with 12th century romanesque features, the most unusual feature is a beaded cornice running around the top of tower with head sculpture featured above the bell-storey windows.

- megalithicireland.com/Devenish%20Round%20Tower.html
- archive.ph/20121224010315/http://ni-environment.gov.uk/places/monuments/devenish.shtml#selection-1091.0-1091.30

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Location: Devenish Island, Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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