The Holy Mountain of Ireland: Croagh Patrick Croagh Patrick, one of the highest peaks in western Ireland, rises above the village of Murrisk about 8km (5 miles) from Westport in County Mayo, Ireland. Tradition says the mountain is ‘the holiest mountain in Ireland’ due to its connection with St. Patrick, Ireland’s patron, and the many […]
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