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Rattoo Round Tower
The Rattoo Round Tower is one of Ireland’s finest examples of round tower dating from the 10th century. The Tower stands on the grounds of an ancient monastery. It’s thought to have been founded by Bishop Lughach, one of the first Christian evangelists in County Kerry.
Additionally, the site boasts the ruins of a 15th-century church. Rattoo is probably the most historic site in the parish of Ballyduff, as well as an old graveyard, the remains of an abbey and a Great House. It is located 2 miles from the village on the Ladies Walk.
The Tower is 90ft tall and has a basement and 5 floors. It has 5 windows. One window on the fourth floor, and four windows on the top floor facing North, South, East and West. In Round Towers, these windows were used by the Monks for a safety procedure. There was also a bell on the top of the tower, which the monks rang to warn the monastery and the locals to hide in the tower in times of danger.
www.gokerry.ie/rattoo-round-tower/
Unfortunately it was closed today. As you can see it's undergoing some restorations. I'll visit again next time I'm in the area. I also have a few ground shots which I may post one if it's suitable.
Rattoo Round Tower
The Rattoo Round Tower is one of Ireland’s finest examples of round tower dating from the 10th century. The Tower stands on the grounds of an ancient monastery. It’s thought to have been founded by Bishop Lughach, one of the first Christian evangelists in County Kerry.
Additionally, the site boasts the ruins of a 15th-century church. Rattoo is probably the most historic site in the parish of Ballyduff, as well as an old graveyard, the remains of an abbey and a Great House. It is located 2 miles from the village on the Ladies Walk.
The Tower is 90ft tall and has a basement and 5 floors. It has 5 windows. One window on the fourth floor, and four windows on the top floor facing North, South, East and West. In Round Towers, these windows were used by the Monks for a safety procedure. There was also a bell on the top of the tower, which the monks rang to warn the monastery and the locals to hide in the tower in times of danger.
www.gokerry.ie/rattoo-round-tower/
Unfortunately it was closed today. As you can see it's undergoing some restorations. I'll visit again next time I'm in the area. I also have a few ground shots which I may post one if it's suitable.