OPW guides said the sun's rays penetrated the roof passage and a sliver of its rays lit up part of the passageway and chamber
The chamber of the Neolithic passage tomb Newgrange in Co Meath, was partially illuminated during this morning's sunrise for the winter solstice - the astronomical phenomenon that marks the shortest day and the longest night of the year.
However, OPW guides confirmed that the sun's rays did penetrate the roof passage and a sliver of its rays lit up part of the passageway and chamber. — Samantha Libreri December 21, 2022 In the past, around 20 members of the public were admitted inside after winning a lottery for access, which had around 30,000 applications.
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