List of World Heritage Sites in the Republic of Ireland
Located in County Meath, the site is several Neolithic chamber tombs, standing stones, henges and other prehistoric enclosures.  Some date to as early as 35th century BC - 32nd century BC. The site came before the Egyptian pyramids.  It was built with a knowledge of science and astronomy.  This is most evident in the passage grave of Newgrange. The site is often called the "Bend of the Boyne".  Some people think this is what Brú na Bóinne means, but it does not.  It means "Palace of the Boyne". It was made a World Heritage Site in 1993.