Newgrange, the Winter Solstice and the Landscapes of Neolithic Ireland The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland's most iconic monuments. Today it is a World Heritage Site, and (on a normal year) it is one of our most visited monuments, with people from all [...] The post Newgrange Winter Solstice with Gabriel Cooney – Amplify Archaeology Podcast appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Winter Solstice First Light at Newgrange The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland's most iconic monuments. Today it is a World Heritage Site, and (on a normal year) it is one of our most visited monuments, with people from all over the world travelling [...] The post First Light at Newgrange with Robert Hensey – Amplify Archaeology Podcast appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

The Winter Solstice at Newgrange The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland's most iconic monuments. Today it is a World Heritage Site, and (on a normal year) it is one of our most visited monuments, with people from all over the world travelling to [...] The post Winter Solstice at Newgrange with Clare Tuffy – Amplify Archaeology Podcast appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Casting Light on Newgrange and Neolithic Ireland The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland's most iconic monuments. Today it is a World Heritage Site, and (on a normal year) it is one of our most visited monuments, with people from all over the world [...] The post Newgrange & Neolithic Ireland with Jessica Smyth – Amplify Archaeology Podcast appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

From Darkness into Light – The Winter Solstice at Newgrange The great passage tomb of Newgrange in the Boyne Valley of County Meath, is one of Ireland's most iconic monuments. Today it is a World Heritage Site, and (on a normal year) it is one of our most visited monuments, with people from all [...] The post Newgrange Light at the End of the Tunnel with Muiris O Sullivan – Amplify Archaeology Podcast appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

The National Museum of Ireland with Maeve Sikora and Matthew Seaver. In this episode Neil visits the National Museum of Ireland for a conversation with the Keeper of Irish Antiquities Maeve Sikora and the Assistant Keeper of Irish Antiquities Matthew Seaver. We discuss the background to the National Museum, its role as a national [...] The post National Museum of Ireland – Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 14 appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Ogham with Dr. Nora White Ogham stones are some of the most iconic symbols of Ireland's heritage. The stones bear inscriptions in the Irish Ogham alphabet, using a system of notches and horizontal or diagonal lines/scores to represent the sounds of an early form of the Irish language. The stones are often inscribed with [...] The post Ogham – Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 13 appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Conflict Archaeology Battles such as Clontarf (1014), Kinsale (1601), the Boyne (1690), Aughrim (1691), Vinegar Hill (1798) and the Easter Rising (1916), have been crucial turning points in Irish history. But how much do we know about the physical locations where these conflicts took place? How can we understand the landscapes of conflict? And why [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 12 – Conflict Archaeology appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Digital Heritage and the Sheela na Gig 3D Project New techniques in digital heritage recording are helping us to gain new insights into archaeological sites, features and artefacts. Digital Heritage is the process of digitally documenting heritage and culture. It focuses on finding the best best method of digitally recording a heritage site or [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 11 – Digital Heritage and Sheela na Gig 3D appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Uncovering the Lost Wing of Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Castle is surely one of the most familiar heritage sites in Ireland. The castle is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists every year, who enjoy the beautiful parklands and the grandeur of this former home of the Butler family. However, the castle that we know [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 10 – The Lost Wing of Kilkenny Castle appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Living in the Past Historical re-enactments and living history are a popular way for engaging the public with the story of past cultures. Whether it is demonstrations of battles and warfare, food, costume or crafts, the process of living history can allow people to gain a real and tangible sense of what life was [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 9 – Living in the Past appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Searching for the Kings of Cashel The Rock of Cashel is undoubtedly one of the most iconic heritage sites in Ireland. When you visit the site today, you can encounter Cormac's Chapel, the Round Tower, the Cathedral and the High Cross that allow you to experience the might and splendour of medieval Irish Christianity. [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 8 – Cashel of the Kings appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

The Way of Death at Carrowkeel (please note, parts of the discussion about the mortuary practice is quite graphic in nature and may not be suitable for all audiences). The first detailed investigation of the human remains from the Carrowkeel passage tomb complex since their excavation in 1911 has revealed several new and important [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 7 – Carrowkeel appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Meet the Beaker People The first metal objects began to be made in Ireland form around the middle of the third millennium BC, from approximately 2500 BC onwards. This coincides with a particular sort of material culture, that includes evidence of archery and a particular sort of pottery vessel known as Beakers, as well [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 6 – Beaker People appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

The History of the Irish Diet in Plants – An Educational Show Garden at Bloom 2019  We're always interested in food [perhaps a little too interested at times] and we were delighted to hear of this really innovative way of showcasing the changing nature of Irish diets. This show garden at Bloom demonstrates a selection [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 5 – Archaeology in Bloom appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Explore the Story of Ireland's Passage Tombs   Passage tombs are undoubtedly one of Ireland's most iconic archaeological monuments.  Every year thousands of people visit the great tombs of the Boyne Valley – Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth, or climb the hills of Loughcrew or Carrowkeel to discover these ancient places.  The tombs were constructed [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 4 – Passage Tombs appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Discover the origins and story of Ireland's iconic castles   Castles are one of the most evocative icons of our medieval past.  Ireland has a vast array of fortifications, ranging from earthwork structures to large stone fortresses.  Irish castles have also featured prominently in movies and television, whether it is Castle Ward featuring as [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 3 – Castles appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Have you ever wondered what life was like for Ireland's earliest inhabitants?   In Ireland, the Mesolithic Period is generally considered to last from around c.7500 – 4500 BC.  The traditional view is that the period begins with the end of the Ice Age and ends with the beginning of farming.  This is a [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 2 – Mesolithic Ireland appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

Amplify Archaeology Podcast Episode 1 Glendalough Glendalough is one of the most iconic places in Ireland.  Saint Kevin is believed to have founded a monastery in this stunningly beautiful valley in County Wicklow some time in the later sixth century.  The monastery went on to become a famed centre of learning, and it had [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 1 – Glendalough appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.