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28-Sep-2008 Ruins of the Kilmacduagh monastery

Kilmacduagh Round Tower

L4510, Kilmacduagh,Tawnagh East, Co. Galway view map

This tower on the Kilmacduagh complex is simply known as the Kilmacduagh Round Tower. Due to its striking tilt, it has also been nicknamed the "Irish Tower of Pisa." At a height of approximately 34.5 meters, it is the tallest surviving round tower in Ireland. The tower leans more than half a meter (over 60 cm) out of plumb to the southwest. It is suspected that this is due to the unstable ground rather than a structural defect. The tower likely dates from the 10th century. Notably, the only entrance door is located no less than 7 meters above the ground, which served as protection against invasions at the time.


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