Newgrange, Neolithic passage tomb in Boyne Valley, Ireland
The circular grass-covered stone mound spans 85 meters in diameter and contains a 19-meter corridor leading to a central cruciform chamber.
Built around 3200 BC by Stone Age farmers, this structure predates both the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge by several centuries.
During winter solstice, sunlight enters through a specially designed roof box, illuminating the central chamber for 17 minutes at sunrise.
Access to Newgrange requires joining guided tours from Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre, with advance reservations recommended during peak tourist seasons.
The entrance stone and 96 additional kerbstones surrounding the mound feature intricate geometric carvings representing Neolithic art patterns.
Location: County Meath
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Operator: Office of Public Works (OPW)
Part of: Brú na Bóinne
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:30
Website: https://newgrange.com
GPS coordinates: 53.69472,-6.47557
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:03
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