 15:20, Friday, May 16, 2008 (in Ireland)
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Kildare Town, Co KildareThe town takes it's name from the church founded in 490 AD by Kildare's patron saint, Brigid. Today St. Brigid's Church of Ireland cathedral stands on what is believed to be the original site of the ancient church.. The exact age of this historic town is unknown however the Round Tower, with it's entrance 12 ft above the ground is believed to have been standing since the 10th century. The cathedral has been present in the town since 1223 and remains to this very day thanks to several reconstructions. Kildare town is ideally situated, with it's central location for exploration of the surrounding countryside. The Bog of Allen is easily accessible from Kildare Town, the bog is the largest bog land in the country, stretching right across the country from the eastern extremities to the mighty Shannon in the west.
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