Corcomroe Abbey: A New Monastery in an Old Place

The Cistercians arrived in North Clare at the beginning of the 13th century and founded a monastery that was revolutionary in many aspects. They brought with them modern forms of architecture and land use, as well as a new way of monastic life. But what happened to the ancient culture that was rooted in this Burren valley? What impact did these changes have on its people and landscape? Let's try to find the answer together!