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Loughcrew

4th-millennium BC architectureArchaeological sites in County MeathMountains and hills of County MeathNational monuments in County MeathUse Hiberno-English from November 2019
Cairns S(?) and T, Loughcrew
Cairns S(?) and T, Loughcrew

Loughcrew or Lough Crew (Irish: Loch Craobh, meaning 'lake of the tree') is an area of historical importance near Oldcastle, County Meath, Ireland. It is home to a group of ancient tombs from the 4th millennium BC, some decorated with rare megalithic art, which sit on top of a range of hills. The hills and tombs are together known as Slieve na Calliagh (Sliabh na Caillí) and are the highest point in Meath. It is one of the four main passage tomb cemeteries in Ireland and is a protected National Monument. The area is also home to the Loughcrew Estate, from which it is named.

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N 53.744672 ° E -7.112483 °
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Cairns S(?) and T, Loughcrew
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