Tombs
Tombs are structures built to house the dead. In ancient cultures, tombs were often grand and elaborate, filled with items for the afterlife. Some famous examples include the Egyptian pyramids and the tombs of Chinese emperors
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Knockroe Passage Tomb
Knockroe Passage Tomb is a prehistoric burial monument located in County Kilkenny, Ireland. It dates to approximately 3000 BC, during the Neolithic…
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Knockeen Portal Tomb
The Knockeen Portal Tomb is a megalithic monument located in County Waterford, Ireland. It is a well-preserved example of a portal tomb,…
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Kilmogue Portal Tomb
The Kilmogue Portal Tomb, also known as the Harristown Dolmen, is one of Ireland’s largest and best-preserved dolmens. It is located in…
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Killaclohane Portal Tomb
Killaclohane Portal Tomb is one of Ireland’s oldest known megalithic structures, dating to approximately 3800 BC. It is located near Milltown in…
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Gortnaleck Court Tomb
The Gortnaleck Court Tomb, located in County Sligo, Ireland, is a significant example of Neolithic funerary architecture. This ancient structure dates back…
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Tomb of Saint Nicholas
The Tomb of Saint Nicholas is located in Demre, a town in modern-day Turkey. Demre, historically known as Myra, holds a significant…