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Explore the fascinating legends surrounding St Colmcille, where faith, justice and Donegal folklore have lived together for over 1,500 years.

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Saint Colmcille (Colum Cille) is remembered throughout Ireland as a scholar, missionary and one of the founders of Irish Christianity. Yet across Donegal, another side of his story has endured—the mysterious tales of his famous curses, blessings and prophecies.

From the One-Shoe Curse to the legends of Fanad, Glencolmcille and Lough Colmcille, these stories have been passed from one generation to the next, becoming part of the rich folklore of Ireland's northwest.

This RareGer heritage card celebrates the remarkable blend of history, faith and oral tradition that makes St Colmcille one of Donegal's most unforgettable figures.