Historic site
Navan Fort
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Navan Fort, known in Irish as Eamhain Mhacha, is a prehistoric ceremonial enclosure and a key site in Irish mythology. The massive circular earthwork, over 250 meters in diameter, dominates the landscape. Visitors can walk the site and imagine its past as the seat of the kings of Ulster. The on-site Navan Centre & Fort offers interactive exhibits that bring the legends of Cú Chulainn and the Red Branch Knights to life. It's a fascinating blend of archaeology and storytelling.
Don't miss
- Walk the perimeter of the massive 250-meter-wide earthwork.
- Explore interactive exhibits at the Navan Centre about Ulster's legendary past.
- Learn about the site's role in the tales of Cú Chulainn and the Red Branch Knights.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Navan Fort
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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