Who is buried on Iona?
Who is buried on Iona? It's reputed to hold the bones of sixty kings. An inventory of 1549 recorded 48 Scottish kings, eight Norwegian Kings and four Irish Kings buried there. None of the monuments marking the burial places of the kings has survived unlike those of later medieval clan chiefs.
What happened at Iona?
The Iona Abbey was first attacked by Viking raiders in 795, with subsequent attacks taking place in 802, 806, and 825. During the 806 Viking attack, 68 monks were massacred in Martyrs' Bay, and this led to many of the Columban monks relocating to the new Columban Abbey of Kells in Ireland.
What was the biggest tragedy of Iona?
On 13 December 1998 five men were crossing the Sound of Iona, on the west coast of Scotland, in a small dinghy with outboard engine. The dinghy pitched into a wave, capsized and threw all five occupants into the sea.
What does Iona mean in English?
Iona is a feminine Greek name meaning “dove,” “omen,” or “yew-place.” It is derived from the Hebrew word yoná meaning “dove,” which itself comes from the Greek word oionós, translating to “sign” or “omen.” In Ancient Greece, people believed birds were messengers of God who provided prophecies for events to come.
Can you stay on the island of Iona?
Accommodation choices are many and varied on the island, catering for all tastes and budgets. You can choose the campsite, or try one of the family run B&Bs, or perhaps one of the island's two hotels. There are also several self-catering houses on the island.