Laois Ireland

Abbeyleix that lies 14 km to the south of Portlaoise is named after a Cistercian abbey founded here in 1183 by Conor O’ More. Today, with tree-lined streets, golf, tennis and game fishing, this town is a real attraction. The tomb of Malachi O’ More, a Laois chieftain situates in the grounds of the de Vesci demsne (which is not open to the public).

Posted on April 16th, 2008 under Town. Tags: Abbeyleix, Cistercian abbey, Conor O' More, de Vesci demsne, Laois, Portlaoise, Tomb of Malachi O' More. Comments: None