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The Hill of Tara

County Meath

Seat of the High Kings of Ireland, with a stone that roared for the rightful king.

The Hill of Tara was the ceremonial seat of the High Kings of Ireland. On it stands the Lia Fáil, the Stone of Destiny, which legend says roared when the rightful king touched it.

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When
Ancient
Where
53.5780, -6.6120
Group
Legends

Visiting

Free access to the hill, with a visitor centre in season.

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