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Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Galway

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Established in 1320, Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church represents one of the best-preserved medieval churches of its kind in Ireland. The church was raised to the status of collegiate church in 1485, and there are even legends of Christopher Columbus worshipping here in 1477. Visit the site to admire the architecture and decor, and learn about its abundant history from the numerous informational plaques throughout the site. Check ahead for any events during your visit; concerts are held here fairly regularly. Arrange to visit Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church and other attractions in Galway using our Galway trip itinerary planning website.
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  • Allow at least an hour and a half to do this justice . Try and do the guided tour . There’s history in every stone .The church is like a time line of Irish history since the foundation stone was... 
    Allow at least an hour and a half to do this justice . Try and do the guided tour . There’s history in every stone .The church is like a time line of Irish history since the foundation stone was...  more »
  • St Nicholas Church, the largest medieval parish in Ireland in continuous use as a place of worship. Early sections date to 1320 
    St Nicholas Church, the largest medieval parish in Ireland in continuous use as a place of worship. Early sections date to 1320  more »
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  • Was closed Cloud only see from the outing Still looks nice
  • So this church is where Christopher Columbus went to pray. It’s a very old and beautiful church. Don’t forget to look up and see the blue dome on top! It amazing!! Old cemetery in the back that is work the checking out. The great thing it’s in the main town, where you can go anytime. If you like my post, please thumbs up me. Thank you 👍

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