The Rock of Cashel (June 2012) - a photo on Flickriver

The Rock of Cashel (June 2012)

            The Rock of Cashel, rising high over the fertile countryside below, is a place steeped in Irish history and folklore.  It served as the seat of the kings of the Munster region and is the site where St. Patrick converted the king to Christianity in the 5th century.  The 12th century St. Patrick’s Cross is still located onsite.  Later it served as the capital for the famous Irish king, Brian Boru, and then became part of the church in the early 12th century.  The church built several buildings here, including Cormac’s Chapel and the round tower, dating from 1100!  

It has a grisly history from the times of Oliver Cromwell, who came to Ireland in the mid-17th century and fought its citizens.  His general attacked the town of Cashel, and its citizens fled to the cathedral on the Rock.  Due to the fire bombs and intense fighting, around 1000 people were killed. This event is now called the Sack of Cashel.

Taken on: June 1, 2012

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