Built in the shape of an inverted ship during the 7th or 8th century, the structure now known as Gallarus Oratory is the best preserved early Christian church in Ireland. The building has weathered the centuries and inhospitable climate impressively well, due in part to its simple, sturdy design and dry-stone corbelling. It has only two openings: a door and, on the opposite side, a small window. Neither are now covered, although there is evidence that the doorway once was.
All photos by Renée
DeVoe Mertz, May 27, 2013.
Interesting. There doesn't seem to be any sign on the inside walls of soot from buring something for light or warmth. That would make at least some of the ceremonies held inside quite dark. Do you remember how large the interior was?
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