Kylemore Abbey

Kylemore Abbey is a Benedictine monastery located in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. The abbey was founded in 1920 by Benedictine nuns who fled Belgium during World War I. The abbey is situated on the grounds of Kylemore Castle, a Victorian estate that was built in the 19th century. The castle features a neo-Gothic church, which was built as a memorial to the wife of the castle's original owner, Mitchell Henry. The abbey also has a Victorian walled garden, which is home to a variety of flowers, trees, and a stream. Visitors can explore the abbey, the garden, and the surrounding woodlands, and enjoy traditional Irish cuisine at the on-site restaurant. The abbey is also home to a community of Benedictine nuns who live and work on the estate, and offer a unique glimpse into monastic life