Interessepunkt
Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh
11 lokale anbefaler
Tips fra lokale
Leonie
August 23, 2020
Navan Centre & Fort is a place where myth and reality meet. It is one of Ireland’s most famous and important archaeological sites, the legendary Emain Macha. Legends say that Macha, the ancient goddess of war and fertility, scored the earth with her brooch pin and traced the famous outline of this sacred stronghold of the hero Cu Chulainn, home of the famous Red Branch Knights and Ulster Cycle of tales. Immerse yourself in life 2000 years ago with a visit to the Navan Centre & Fort. As the ancient seat of Kings and home of the Red Branch Knights, the legendary Emain Macha (Navan Fort) is one of Ireland’s most famous and important archaeological sites. Walk in the footsteps of warriors as your guide explains the significance of the great temple of 95BC and shows you the remaining banks and ditches, before inviting you to meet the resident Celtic clan!
Navan Centre & Fort is a place where myth and reality meet. It is one of Ireland’s most famous and important archaeological sites, the legendary Emain Macha. Legends say that Macha, the ancient goddess of war and fertility, scored the earth with her brooch pin and traced the famous outline of this s…
Anne-Marie
March 31, 2022
Navan Fort is an historical royal fortress and the stronghold of the kings of Ulster from around 700 BC. The Fort was the center of King Conchobor mac Nessa and his Red Branch Knights. It is said that the great Irish mythical hero Cuchulainn spent much of his youth in Navan Fort before single-handedly facing the army of the mythical Queen Maeve.
Cameron
July 16, 2022
Explore the Navan Fort with guided tours and walks .
Gunta
July 9, 2020
Navan Fort was the ancient capital and seat of the Kings of Ulster; the adjacent Navan Centre brings its rich history to life. The centre’s exhibition area reveals artefacts, weaponry and the myths and legends of the era. Meet Celtic characters who will transport you back to ancient history, explaining and demonstrating farming, weaving and cooking practices.
Navan Fort was the ancient capital and seat of the Kings of Ulster; the adjacent Navan Centre brings its rich history to life. The centre’s exhibition area reveals artefacts, weaponry and the myths and legends of the era. Meet Celtic characters who will transport you back to ancient history, explain…
Placering
81 Killylea Rd
Armagh, Northern Ireland