- Saint Patrick’s Church of Ireland (Episcopalian/Anglican) Cathedral, Armagh: Designed by Thomas Cooley, Lewis Nockalls Cottingham (restoration, 1834–1840). Founded by St Patrick in 445 AD on Druim Saileach, this cathedral is the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland. Destroyed and rebuilt 17 times, it retains medieval elements like 11th-century carved stone crosses and gargoyle carvings. Archbishop Robinson oversaw 18th-century enhancements, including Cooley’s designs. Cathedral Road, Armagh.
- Saint Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral, Armagh: Designed by Thomas J. Duff, J.J. McCarthy, William Hague, Liam McCormick (sanctuary redesign). Begun in 1840, this twin-spired Gothic cathedral was completed in 1904 after delays from the Great Famine. Archbishop Crolly secured the site, and McCarthy shifted Duff’s Perpendicular Gothic to French Decorated Gothic. Cardinal Logue funded interior beautification. Cathedral Road, Armagh.
- Saint Mark’s Church, Armagh: Designed by Francis Johnston. Built in 1811, this Georgian-style Church of Ireland parish church features a simple yet elegant design with a prominent tower. Johnston’s work reflects the period’s architectural restraint, serving the growing Protestant community. Church Street, Armagh.
- Drumcree Parish Church, Portadown: Dedicated to St John the Baptist, this Catholic church was built in 1793, predating Catholic emancipation. Relocated to the Ulster Folk Museum in 1990, it mirrors Presbyterian church designs of the era with galleries and a pipe organ from Dromore. Selshion, Portadown.
- Saint Malachy’s Church, Armagh: Constructed in 1938, this Catholic church blends Gothic and Romanesque elements. It serves as a community hub in Armagh’s Catholic district, with a focus on local worship and charitable activities. Chapel Lane, Armagh.
- Saint John’s Church, Lisnadill: Designed by Thomas Cooley. Built in 1774, this Church of Ireland church follows Cooley’s designs from the Board of First Fruits, featuring a rectangular form with a bell-cote. Its simplicity reflects 18th-century rural Anglican architecture. Lisnadill, near Armagh.
- Saint Columba’s Church, Portadown: This Church of Ireland church, established in the 19th century, serves Portadown’s Anglican community. Its Gothic Revival features include pointed arches and a modest tower, reflecting the town’s industrial growth. Church Street, Portadown.
- Saint Patrick’s Church, Loughgall: Consecrated in 1776, this late Georgian Church of Ireland church was funded by Archbishop Richard Robinson. Its simple Gothic style complements the apple-growing village’s rural character. Loughgall, near Armagh.
- Saint Aidan’s Church, Grange: Built in the early 19th century, this Church of Ireland church features a modest rectangular design with a small tower. It serves the rural Grange parish, maintaining a long tradition of Anglican worship. Grange, near Armagh.
- Saint Saviour’s Church, Dobbin: This 19th-century Church of Ireland church, located in a rural parish, features a simple Gothic design with pointed windows. It reflects the spread of Anglican worship in Armagh’s countryside. Dobbin, near Portadown.
Churches
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Holy Wells
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Sacred Places
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Saints
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Armagh:
Ireland’s County Armagh is steeped in history and natural beauty, with the Navan Fort, an ancient ceremonial site, offering archaeological intrigue. The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium provide stargazing opportunities, while the city’s two cathedrals reflect its ecclesiastical heritage. Other attractions include the nearby Slieve Gullion Forest Park with its hiking trails and panoramic views. Armagh is Ireland’s fifth smallest county by size (1,253 square km) and tenth largest by population (194,394). Population peaked at 232,393 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 108,815, in 1937. In terms of hospitality, Armagh is Ireland’s 26th most visited tourist county with around 57,000 international visitors per year.
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