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Brother Sheares Vault, St. Michan's Church, Dublin, Ireland
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Brother Sheares Vault, St. Michan's Church, Dublin, Ireland
Brother Sheares Vault - St. Michan's Church - Dublin, Ireland. Date: circa 1910s
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Brother Sheares Vault, St. Michan's Church, Dublin, Ireland: A Peek into the Past (circa 1910s) This hauntingly beautiful postcard image transports us back in time to the Brother Sheares Vault in St. Michan's Church, Dublin, Ireland. The vault, shrouded in mystery and intrigue, has long been a source of fascination for visitors to this historic city. The Brother Sheares Vault, named after the 17th-century Franciscan friar, Brother Michael O'Meara, is located beneath St. Michan's Church in the heart of Dublin. The vault is famous for its unique and well-preserved mummified bodies, which have been on display since their discovery in the late 19th century. The eerie lantern casts an eerie glow over the tombs, illuminating the ghoulish figures of the mummified bodies, some of which date back to the 11th century. The dead bodies, preserved by the anaerobic conditions of the vault, have a surreal, otherworldly appearance, adding to the vault's macabre allure. The Brother Sheares Vault is a stark reminder of the passage of time and the transient nature of human existence. The tombs, untouched by the ravages of decay, stand as silent witnesses to the past, inviting us to ponder the mysteries of death and the afterlife. This postcard, captured by Grenville Collins in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Brother Sheares Vault was a hidden gem, known only to the locals and the most intrepid of travelers. Today, it is a must-see attraction for visitors to Dublin, a testament to the city's rich history and its enduring fascination with the mysteries of the past.
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