Co. Armagh |
| Navan Centre (Emain Macha) |
| Killylea Road, Armagh, Co. Armagh Phone : +44 (0) 28 3752 5550 Once inside, the visitor is introduced to the world of pre-Christian Ireland and the wonder of the Celts, before embarking on a journey into 'The Realworld' . This central feature explains how archaeology has uncovered many of Navan's secrets . It helps people to understand how the site was used throughout its long history and to appreciate the importance of objects found during excavation . Navan Fort, set within a rich archaeological landscape, is Northern Ireland's most important ancient monument . Modern study of the Navan area has uncovered evidence of Mesolithic hunters, Neolithic farmers and even members of a powerful aristocracy who lived in the area during the late Bronze Age . The few centuries before the time of Christ saw Navan at its most remarkable . An extraordinary sequence of buildings culminated in the erection of a huge wooden structure, 40 metres in diameter, which was probably used for ceremonial purposes before it was dramatically burnt to the ground and covered in turf to create the mound which is still visible today . The final segment of the experience allows the visitor to pass on to 'The Otherworld', where the mysteries of Celtic rituals and beliefs are explored and tales are told of the times when Emain Macha was home to Conor McNessa, Cu Chulainn and the Red Branch Knights . Ancient seat of kings and the earliest capital of Ulster, Navan today a system of impressive earthworks, settlement sites and sacred places . It is an area of unparalleled archaeological importance, which reflects over 7,500 years of activity . Housed within a building which has been specially designed to become an integral part of the landscape, the Navan Centre offers the visitor a rich understanding of this multi-faceted history . Computers and audio visuals all help to explain the findings . Shop and Cafe also available, wheelchair access . Free Access always to the fort. Centre open April - Sept : Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 6pm Oct - March : Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 5pm Entrance charge . |
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