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# neolithic

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# heritage site
Neolithic burial monument in Meath 'recklessly damaged by graffiti'
There have been other vandalism incidents at the site.
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Apr 29th 2021, 6:00 PM
# Brú na Bóinne
Archaeologists say they've discovered what could be Neolithic log boats near Newgrange
The river bed of the Boyne is being searched by archaeologists.
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Nov 4th 2019, 9:12 AM
# Neolithic period
Parts of a logboat found by River Boyne anglers are 5,000 years old
“It is tempting to ponder the part such a vessel might have played in the construction of great passage tombs,” Minister Madigan said.
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Nov 23rd 2018, 12:04 PM
# neolithic
Ancient human remains found in Mayo date back over 5,000 years
A local hillwalker made the discovery in a cave-like chamber on Ben Gorm Mountain.
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Jan 19th 2018, 11:03 AM
# BEAM OF LIGHT
Thousands of people tuned in to watch winter solstice from Newgrange
Unfortunately, weather conditions weren’t great this morning.
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Dec 21st 2017, 9:20 AM
# montpelier hill
Five thousand years of death: The secrets uncovered at Hellfire Club site
TheJournal.ie was invited to explore the first archaeological dig into a passage tomb on Montpelier Hill. How could we resist?
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Oct 31st 2016, 8:15 AM
# Human Remains
Bones of victims of 6,000 year old massacre discovered in France
Experts believe the attack was likely carried out by “furious ritualised warriors”.
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Jun 11th 2016, 1:00 PM
# neolithic
6,000-year-old human remains found in Kerry
It is thought that these could be some of the earliest settlers in the south west.
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Sep 22nd 2015, 1:52 PM
# Heritage
Hidden Ireland: 7 reasons to see the amazing Faughan Valley
Highest waterfalls, venerable mansions, ancient tombs, rare bog flora, proud forts of lost chieftains. Head to Co Derry if all that tickles your fancy.
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Aug 31st 2013, 9:45 AM
# Hidden Ireland
4 more off-the-beaten-track places you really should visit
There is no entry fee to any of these sites in Kilkenny, Mayo, Wicklow and Meath – so what are you waiting for?
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Mar 30th 2013, 9:45 AM
# Winter Solstice
The Newgrange lottery draw is now open, so how do you win?
This year could be your year to witness the incredible Winter Solstice display in the Neolithic tomb.
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Jan 9th 2013, 6:30 AM