Gartan () is a civil parish and townland in County Donegal, Ireland. The area is best known for being the birthplace of Columba, one of the three patron saints of Ireland and one of the most revered saints in the Christian world. Here he founded a monastery in 521. The popular song "Gartan Mother's Lullaby" comes from the area, and has been performed by many artists, including American actress Meryl Streep.
From the book Kenny, by Leona Dalrymple (The Reilly & Britton Co., Chicago, 1917):
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External links Parish of Gartan and Termon Gartan Outdoor Education Centre View of Lough Gartan from the burial ground at Gartan Rath Photo of birthplace of St. Columba at Gartan Photo of Lough Gartan seen from the burial ground at Gartan Rath