Tourism

Since the 6th century AD crosses have served in the Isle of Man as grave markers and memorial stones. To date, 204 decorated stones have been found. The great majority remain in the churches and churchyard ‘cross shelters’ of their parish of origin. Most of the Celtic crosses can be seen in the cross shelter at Kirk Maughold, with others at Old Kirk Lonan, Old Kirk Braddan and Onchan Parish Church. Fine examples of Norse crosses can be seen at the parish churches of Andreas, Maughold, Jurby, Michael and Old Kirk Braddan.