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What is The Celtic Furrow
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The Celtic Furrow is a unique visitor centre, which traces
cultural, historical and spiritual roots in Ireland over
5,000 years.
Nestled in the shadow of Ballintubber
Abbey, many visitors overlook The Celtic Furrow
as they hurry on to other museums and attractions in
the area - what a pity. This is one experience that
is truly not to be missed!.
Ideal for young and old alike, come along and enjoy
a snapshot of our rich cultural heritage from the wonder
of Neolithic times to the nostalgia of life in rural
Ireland 50 years ago.
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Tours of The Celtic Furrow
This unparalleled project informs the visitor of
the rituals, traditional, customs and festivals of
our past. Clay models, murals on impressive five-foot
paintings allow the visitor to go on an exciting yet
informative journey to Neolithic and Celtic Times.
Onwards on our journey to the Manger where the message
of St Patrick to our early Christian ancestors is
presented in an inspiring, thought-provoking way.
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you outside to view beautiful gardens, fountains, stone
work, bog oaks and murals which collectively inform us
of thegolden age of Christianity in Ireland - a time where
art, culture and learning flourished.
A walk through the meandering labyrinth encourages
us to reflect on a thousand years of sad history in
Ireland. Persecution, invasion, destruction,
famine and suffering all
took their toll on our ancestors but they were still
a people with hope as symbolised by The Celtic Cross
which stands resolutely at the centre of the labyrinth.
Finally our tour draws to a close with a nostalgic
look at the traditions, customs and spirituality associated
with life in rural Ireland 50 years ago.
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