Bend of the Boyne, County Meath 
Bend of the Boyne, County Meath
Bend of the Boyne is one of the most historically significant locations not just in Ireland, but also Europe.
Description
This complex megalithic site predates even the Egyptian pyramids and its origins can be traced back to the Neolithic period during the 32nd century BC. Because of the rich history behind it, Bend of the Boyne has been designated as a World Heritage Site.
The most striking aspect about this attraction has to do with how it was built. It features an assortment of chamber tombs, standing stones, henges, and grave passes constructed from a bewildering knowledge of astronomy and science that people in the past just could not have possibly possessed without divine help (or assistance from aliens and computers.
This is how unbelievably sophisticated the construction of the Bend of the Boyne is and you’ll need to pay the place a visit to see it for yourself.
During the winter solstice every year, a beam of light travels the entire length of the Newgrange passage grave, which is a sight you don’t want to miss.
It’s estimated that up to 200,000 people flock to see this unique sighting every year, with each tour taking only a maximum of 15 people into the tomb at any one time.
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