Navan Fort

Navan Fort, known in Old Irish as Emaın Macha and in Modern Irish as Eamhain Mhacha (, is an ancient monument in County Armagh, Northern Ireland. According to Irish legend, it was one of the major power centers of pre-Christian Ireland. The site that can be seen today is little more than a grass-covered mound, but according to the Oxford Dictionary of Celtic Mythology, "the of myth and legend is a far grander and mysterious place than archeological excavation supports".

Although called a "fort", it is considered more likely to have been a pagan ritual or ceremonial site. It is often regarded as the traditional capital of the Ulaidh. It also features prominently in Irish mythology, particularly in the tales of the Ulster Cycle.

Read more about Navan Fort:  Location and Description of The Site, Emain Macha in Irish Mythology, In Popular Culture

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