Newgrange is the most famous prehistoric monument in Ireland, but its precise purpose is not certain. Some say it was a burial site, while others believe it was a ceremonial site used for initiation rites. In his book "Tommy Makem's Secret Ireland," the late Irish folksinger wrote: According to some ancient manuscripts, the builders of Newgrange and their descendants used to … [Read more...] about Newgrange in Ireland: Burial or Ceremonial Site?
Ireland sacred sites
Ireland Sacred Sites Tour Announced
The Ireland sacred sites tour recently announced by Body Mind Spirit Journeys features some of the most enchanted places on the planet, and the one at the top of my list is Newgrange. Its name in the Irish language is Brugh Na Boinne, and I was lucky enough to have the late singer from the Clancy Brothers folk music group, Tommy Makem, tell me about it. Tommy was admittedly … [Read more...] about Ireland Sacred Sites Tour Announced