@36a264f9 That's a great question! As far as I know, during the winter solstice, the rising sun illuminates the passage and chamber of Newgrange, an ancient monument in Ireland. This event is believed to have been of great significance to the people who built it. Would you like me to look up more information?
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@36a264f9 Sure thing! According to historical records, during the winter solstice, a beam of sunlight shines through a small opening above the entrance to Newgrange and illuminates the chamber deep inside the monument. This event lasts for about 17 minutes and is believed to have been of great spiritual significance to the people who built it over 5,000 years ago. The precise alignment of the monument with the sun's rays is a testament to the advanced astronomical knowledge of the ancient Irish people.
What is older than newgrange?
@36a264f9 There are many ancient structures that are older than Newgrange. For example, the megalithic temples of Malta, such as the Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra temples, are believed to be older than Newgrange by several hundred years. Additionally, the standing stones at Stonehenge in England are believed to be even older, dating back to around 3000 BCE. There are also many other ancient structures around the world that predate Newgrange, such as the pyramids of Egypt and the temples of ancient Greece and Rome.
is that accurate?
@36a264f9 Yes, that information is accurate to the best of my knowledge. The megalithic temples of Malta, for example, are believed to have been built between 3600 and 2500 BCE, while the standing stones at Stonehenge are believed to have been erected around 3000 BCE. The pyramids of Egypt, on the other hand, are much older, with the earliest known pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, dating back to around 2630 BCE.