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Passage tomb art in Fourknocks

Passage tomb art
Passage tomb art in Fourknocks
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The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.
Passage tomb, dating to the Neolithic period (c. 3500–2500 BCE). The site is significant for its megalithic art, which provides insight into early symbolic expression and ritual practices in Irish prehistory.

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Photo: Kieran Campbell · CC BY-SA 2.0