On 12 May 563, Saint Columba and twelve companions land on the island of Iona, where they would establish a monastery. The island of Iona is said to have been granted to Columba by King Conall of Dál Riata.
Iona Abbey | Image: Neil Ritchie, editor
St Columba lands on Iona
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