Drogheda Attractions
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Drogheda (Droichead Atha, "Bridge of the Ford") lies on the northeastern Irish coast on the River Boyne, at the point where it is crossed by the N1 shortly before its outflow into the Irish Sea.
With its port and its various industries - cement works and steelworks - it is a considerable industrial center.
In 911 the Danes captured the little town, which occupied the site of an earlier settlement at a ford, and developed it into a well-defended stronghold. Later the Anglo-Normans built a bridge and fortified the settlements on both sides of the river.
With its port and its various industries - cement works and steelworks - it is a considerable industrial center.
In 911 the Danes captured the little town, which occupied the site of an earlier settlement at a ford, and developed it into a well-defended stronghold. Later the Anglo-Normans built a bridge and fortified the settlements on both sides of the river.
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Old Mellifont Abbey
The Old Mellifont Abbey was founded in 1271. The ruins include remnants of some of the original buildings, including glazed tiles from the church laid in the chapter-house.
Monasterboice Monastic Site, Monasterboice
