In what year did Columbanus start founding monasteries?
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Columbanus was an Irish monk who founded monasteries in Europe. He started founding monasteries in 590. His first monastery was at Annegray in Gaul (now France). He then founded monasteries at Luxeuil and Fontaines-lès-Dijon. Columbanus' monasteries were important centres of learning and culture. They helped to spread Christianity in Europe.
Unveiling the Legacy: The Columbanus Journey
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