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Cairns, Ireland in County Wicklow: places to visit

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Newgrange - © MNStudio
Cairns, IrelandCairns, Ireland

Newgrange

In a verdant bend of the Boyne, an immense white mound stands out against the landscape of County Meath. Beneath this almost unreal silhouette…

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Cairns, IrelandCairns, Ireland

Loughcrew Cairns

A few kilometres from Oldcastle, in County Meath, the Loughcrew Cairns form one of Ireland’s most fascinating prehistoric landscapes. Built more than 5,000 years…

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hill of tara
Cairns, Ireland

The Hill of Tara

Discover the ancient capital of Celtic Ireland: Tara. Situated on a hill in County Meath, it was occupied by Ireland's highest rulers. Seat of the kings, it was until the 11th century the Celtic Irish capital that defined the way the rest of the island functioned, and according to legend, it was the place where Saint Patrick presented the concept of the Trinity to the Kings. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-hill-of-tara/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Cloghanmore

For lovers of old stones and other mysterious megaliths! The Cloghanmore is one of those atypical archaeological remains whose charm is unrivalled! A nice site, a must-see if you're near Slieve League! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/cloghanmore/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Knowth

Knowth is a prehistoric archaeological site, thought to belong to the Brú na Bóinne complex in County Meath. Dating from the Neolithic period, it looks like a Neolithic corridor tomb. Located near Newgrange, the site is fun and fascinating! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/knowth/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Carrowkeel Cairns

Carrowkeel Cairns is a group of Neolithic tombs in southern County Sligo. It is one of the four largest prehistoric cemeteries in Ireland (after…

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Le Queen Maeve's Cairn -  Bennybulb - cc
Cairns, Ireland

Queen Maeve’s Tomb

Visiting Sligo? Don't miss Queen Maeve's Tomb, a prehistoric cairn rich in tales and legends! The story goes that it is the royal tomb of Queen Maeve (or Medb), an important figure in Irish mythology! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/queen-maeves-tomb/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, IrelandStone circles

The Beaghmore Stones

Beaghmore Stones is a group of megaliths dating from the Neolithic period. Located in County Tyrone, the site boasts a dozen cairns and stone circles of all sizes. The complex is very impressive! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/beaghmore-stones/">[...]</a>

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ceide fields
Cairns, IrelandIrish stones

Céide Fields

Céide Fields is an archaeological site with Neolithic remains of great historical interest. Archaeologists believe it to be the largest Neolithic site in the…

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Cairns, Ireland

Tibradden

Do you love colourful archaeological remains? Don't miss Tibradden, a superb open cairn just south of Dublin. A must-see, with its stones engraved with spirals! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/tibradden/">[...]</a>

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knocknakilla
Cairns, IrelandIrish stones

Knocknakilla

Knocknakilla is a vast megalithic complex located between the villages of Macroom and Millstreet, County Cork. Over 3,500 years old, the site includes numerous alignments, stone circles and a cairn. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/knocknakilla/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, IrelandDolmens

Labbacallee wedge tomb

The Labbacallee Wedge Tomb is a rather atypical megalithic site in Ireland. Considered the largest prehistoric tomb of its time, it lies not far from Fermoy and Glanworth in County Cork. A truly magical site, not to be missed if you're passing through County Cork! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/labbacallee-wedge-tomb/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Creggandevesky

For lovers of cairns and other prehistoric sites! Creggandevesky is one of these mysterious relics... Set on a hillock in County Tyrone, the area is well worth a visit! With its breathtaking view over Lough Neagh, this site was only recently discovered, in 1960: the tomb was once covered in peat, making it invisible to the local population. With its trapezoidal shape, the site is well worth a visit and will fascinate history buffs! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/creggandevesky/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Navan Fort

Navan Fort (also known as Emain Macha) is an archaeological site that resembles a large grassy hill... But don't be fooled by appearances: this hill is actually a building, once considered the capital of the kings of Ulster! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/navan-fort/">[...]</a>

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Cairns, Ireland

Dowth

Dowth is a small cairn dating from the Neolithic period. Part of Ireland's largest archaeological complex, known as Brú na Bóinne, Dowth is a marvel in its own right. It looks like a big lump of grassy soil, but it holds many secrets... <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/dowth/">[...]</a>

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creevykeel
Cairns, Ireland

Creevykeel

Creevykeel is a Neolithic monument in County Sligo, Ireland. Used until the Bronze Age, it is now in a remarkable state of repair that…

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audleystown
Cairns, Ireland

Audleystown

If you love megaliths and their mysteries, then don't miss Audleystown, a megalithic site located northwest of Castle Ward and less than a mile from the village of Strangford. It takes the form of a 27-meter-long dry-stone corridor, formerly covered by a roof that has since collapsed. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/audleystown/">[...]</a>

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audleystown court cairn
Cairns, Ireland

Audleystown Court Cairn

Audleystown Cour Cairn is a prehistoric tomb on the south shore of Strangford Lough. In very good condition, it was once used as a burial site: excavations have revealed traces of human and animal bones, as well as pottery and flint tools. <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/audleystown-court-cairn/">[...]</a>

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Cnoc Raithnighe - © JUAN CARLOS MUNOZ
Cairns, Ireland

Cnoc Raithnighe

Cnoc Raithnighe (also known as Cnoc Raithní) is an ancient Bronze Age burial mound. It is found on the island of Inisheer in Ireland's…

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Rathcroghan Mound - © Sonder Visuals - Failte Ireland
Cairns, Ireland

Rathcroghan Mound

Rathcroghan Mound, also known as Cruachan, is a captivating archaeological site in County Roscommon, Ireland. It belongs to the large-scale Rathcroghan archaeological site, which…

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muckish mountain
Cairns, Ireland

The Muckish Cairn

Muckish Cairn is an archaeological relic dating back to the Neolithic period. Built at the top of Muckish Mountain in County Donegal, it is one of the rewards for any hiker who has climbed the mountain! <a href="https://www.go-to-ireland.com/what-to-see/the-muckish-cairn/">[...]</a>

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