The designs / carvings are circular
The designs / carvings are circular in nature and could be described as megalithic.
The centre of the tomb is polygonal with three separate recesses off the centre which would have been used as tombs. The roof of the centre is built in an ever decreasing circle which provides height with incredible strength.
The most notable aspect of Newgrange, and probably the most incredible, is the fact that on the shortest day of the year, and a couple of days either side, the sun shines directly though a small opening over the entrance through the 19 meters into the centre chamber. This was used as a rudimentary calendar and the people could then count the days until the crops should be planted.
Today visitors to the monument are given an idea of what this spectacular event must look like by the use of artificial light.
group cruise planning