The Abbey of Knockmoy -A brief history. (original) (raw)

The Abbey of Knockmoy, founded c.1190 by Cathal Croibhdhearg O'Conor with Cistercian monks from Boyle Abbey, has a rich history marked by ecclesiastical power struggles, patronage shifts, and significant burials including that of prominent kings and lords. The abbey faced challenges such as plunder, decline in discipline, and changes post-Reformation. Notable architectural features, like the O'Kelly tombs, reflect its Gothic and Romanesque influence as it transitioned in use and ownership through centuries.