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One hour north of Dublin in the Boyne River valley, evocative 5000-year-old (older than the pyramids!) burial mounds sprout from the lush Irish countryside. The best place for a glimpse of prehistoric Ireland is Br\xfa na B\xf3inne, an archaeological site with two amazing ancient passage tombs \u2014 Newgrange and Knowth. Upon arrival, visitors receive appointments to tour the tombs, spend waiting time in the state-of-the-art museum, then catch their shuttle bus to the site where a local guide explains their purpose and significance. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series \u2014 including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more \u2014 visit www.ricksteves.com.