The Rock of Cashel

After visiting Kilkenny Castle, Gregg and I made our way to The Rock of Cashel, in County Tipperary. This old Abbey is at the top of a huge hill that you can see for miles away.

Gregg and I before entering.

Front entrance.

Remaining on the rock are the ruins of a two-towered chapel, a cruciform cathedral, a 92 ft. round tower, and a cluster of other medieval monuments.

Inside the cathedral, ancient carvings survive in excellent condition.

The Rock tells the tales of 16 centuries. It was the castled seat of the kings of Munster at least as far back as 360 CE, and it remained a royal fortress until 1101, when King Murtagh O'Brien granted it to the church. Among Cashel's many great moments was the legendary baptism of King Aengus by St. Patrick in 448.

I think Gregg and I were really enjoying our alone time on this trip. I must have a dozen pictures of the two of us posing in front of this attraction alone.

This is the remains of another old building.

I just love the sheep outside grazing.

Here's a view from the back.

This large cross was behind The Rock. Notice how it doesn't have a top.

Gregg found part of the top of the cross behind the huge base.

Ah, Fifteen years. I wouldn't trade a minute.