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The Sixth Century Monastery of Skellig Michael Island

Perched on top of the desolate island of Skellig Michael stands an ancient monastery dating back to the sixth century. 600 steps take you from the coastline right up to the monastery and the view is worth the climb. The island is also famous for its Puffins. https://pbase.com/digitalrebel/puffins
Getting closer to the island
Getting closer to the island		 The monastery clings to the side of the island
The monastery clings to the side of the island		 The Monastery can already be seen at the top
The Monastery can already be seen at the top		 Little Skellig seen from the Oratory on Skellig Michael
Little Skellig seen from the Oratory on Skellig Michael
The unused stairway
The unused stairway		 The climb to the top starts out gently
The climb to the top starts out gently		 ...but it's still a long way to go!
...but it's still a long way to go!		 600 steps lead up to the Monastery
600 steps lead up to the Monastery
Little Skellig and Lemon Island seen from the steps
Little Skellig and Lemon Island seen from the steps		 More steps
More steps		 Ideal hiding places for the natives
Ideal hiding places for the natives		 The long climb
The long climb
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?		 Don't ask us, we no speaka da English!
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Entrance to the Monastery
Entrance to the Monastery		 Beehive Monastic Cell
Beehive Monastic Cell		 Inside the cells are rectangular, rather than round
Inside the cells are rectangular, rather than round		 Oratory with Little Skellig and the Coast of Kerry in the background
Oratory with Little Skellig and the Coast of Kerry in the background
One of the few cells which are not intact
One of the few cells which are not intact		 Beehive Monastic Cell
Beehive Monastic Cell		 Beehive Monastic Cell
Beehive Monastic Cell		 Weathered stone cross
Weathered stone cross
The small graveyard
The small graveyard		 Little Skellig as seen from the Monastery
Little Skellig as seen from the Monastery		 Beehive Monastic Cell
Beehive Monastic Cell		 View from the Monastery
View from the Monastery
The small oratory
The small oratory		 Little Skellig seen from Skellig Michael
Little Skellig seen from Skellig Michael		 South Peak
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Time and weather worn ancient cross
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Karen 28-Jul-2012 03:33
This is, by far, the greatest adventure in Ireland. We did the climb (I only made it about halfway) and would go there again in a heartbeat. Just to sit on the rocks with my beautiful puffins inches away was thrilling! The crossing of the sea to get there is scarier than any amusement ride. Can't wait to return.
Terry Lally 01-Jul-2010 14:58
A very unique place in the world. I hope to go there before my days run out but never during a storm! That would be scary. Thanks for the outstanding photos.
Pat Cady(Keady) 15-Nov-2009 03:17
This intriguing place is one I've always wanted to visit but probably will never have the chance. The photos are an absolute delight. Thank you!
Marilyn Ayres 15-Apr-2009 15:08
I've wanted to go to Skellig Michael for years, but now I'm too old to manage the 600 steps. However, your photos are wonderful. They make me feel I'm there. Thank you.
kathy 28-Mar-2008 02:21
Thanks for sharing, great pics !!
routerer05-Jan-2008 21:36
A most unique and facinating place, thanks for the tour.
john.
john willey 19-Nov-2006 00:14
Thank you for your thorough care. Your photos are beautiful as well as instructive.
I may never reach the island, by am able to see it entire thanks to you.
John Willey
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