Loughcrew Cairns
These Neolithic burial mounds and a still-intact passage tomb may have solar calendar significance on the spring and autumn equinoxes.

📜 Neolithic burial mounds and passage tomb in County Meath, Ireland.
🔍 Known for solar calendar significance on equinoxes.

Why Go

☀️ Witness equinox sunrise illumination
🗿 Admire ancient rock art petroglyphs
🚶 Hike to impressive Cairn T and explore satellite tombs
🏞️ Enjoy majestic views from Slieve na Calliagh hills
🆓 No fee to visit

Why Avoid

🚗 No public transportation, car or guided tour needed
🚫 Cannot enter main passage tomb

Tips

🗣️ Office of Public Works employee often onsite for interpretation
🪑 Sit on the Hag’s Chair for a wish (max 10 seconds)
⚠️ Do not climb on top of the cairns

Cost

💰 No fee to visit.

Hours

🕒 Daily, an Office of Public Works employee is usually stationed onsite.

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