Toureen Peakaun facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Toureen Peakaun |
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| Native name Irish: An Tuairín Peacán |
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| Type | church |
| Location | Toureen, County Tipperary, Ireland |
| Elevation | 53 m (174 ft) |
| Built | 11th/12th century AD |
| Architectural style(s) | Romanesque |
| Official name: Toureen Peakaun | |
| Reference no. | 332 |
Toureen Peakaun is a very old church found in County Tipperary, Ireland. It is a special historical site that people still visit today.
Where is Toureen Peakaun?
Toureen Peakaun is located in County Tipperary, Ireland. It is about 5.8 kilometers (3.6 miles) northwest of a town called Cahir. The church sits in a beautiful area known as the Glen of Aherlow.
What Can You See at Toureen Peakaun?
A long, long time ago, in the 7th century, a person named Saint Alban picked this spot. He wanted to build a monastery here. A monastery is a place where monks live and pray.
Today, you can see the remains of a church from the 12th century. It is shaped like a rectangle. Look closely at the walls! You might spot pieces of old stone crosses built right into them. There are also parts of crosses near the church and the entrance gate.
Many people still visit Toureen Peakaun. They come to see the old church and a nearby holy well. A holy well is a natural spring or well that people believe has special powers.
