Rath Meave
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Rath Meave is a henge located near the Hill of Tara in County Meath, Ireland. It is a National Monument.[1][2]
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Ráth Medb | |
Alternative name | Rath Meabe, Rath Maeve |
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Location | Odder/Belpere, County Meath, Ireland |
Coordinates | 53.566716°N 6.609074°W / 53.566716; -6.609074 |
Type | Embanked enclosure |
Part of | Hill of Tara complex |
Area | 3.978 hectares (9.83 acres) |
Diameter | 230 metres (250 yd) |
Circumference | 700 metres (770 yd) |
History | |
Material | earth |
Founded | 2000–1500 BC |
Periods | Early Bronze Age |
Cultures | Atlantic Bronze Age |
Designation | National Monument |
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