History of Clondalkin…
Clondalkin is steeped in history and was unfortunate to be plundered and destroyed by the Vikings around 832 A.D., and the scene of a battle between Strongbow and High King of Ireland, Ruairi O’Connor. In the early days its fortress was attacked and burned, the monastery was burned and the village of Clondalkin itself didn’t escape either. There was an explosion and also an attempt to burn it to the ground. So it’s a great achievement to be still on the map!
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Category: Destinations
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