A perfect round tower just north of Enniskillen, on an island in Lough Erne. Built in the 12th century it is 25 meters high and has a diamter of 4.82 meters at its base. The door sill is 2.59 meters above ground. Next to it the foundation of another tower has been discovered.
Devenish Island (County Fermanagh)
By Bernd Biege, About.com Guide
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