Hill of Tara
Archaeological_site in Ireland, dating from the Iron Age
The Hill of Tara was the seat of the High Kings of Ireland and the most important ceremonial assembly site in ancient Ireland. The Feis Temrach (Assembly of Tara) convened here to inaugurate kings, settle disputes, and enact laws. The site dates back to the Neolithic period with passage tombs, standing stones, and the Lia Fáil (Stone of Destiny).
- Type:
- Archaeological_site
- Period:
- Iron Age
- Coordinates:
- 53.58°N, 6.61°W
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