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brú na bóinne


states: [ireland]

category: cultural

year: 1993

location: County Meath

region: Europe and North America

latitude/longitude: 53.6916700000, -6.4500000000

Brú Na Bóinne

Brú na Bóinne, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Ireland, is a prehistoric landscape renowned for its ancient passage tombs, including the iconic Newgrange, Knowth, and Dowth. Dating back over 5,000 years, these monumental structures feature intricate megalithic art and align with solar events, reflecting the sophisticated astronomical knowledge of Neolithic people. This archaeological complex stands as a testament to early human engineering and cultural heritage.

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