Five ancient Irish sites, apart from Newrgange, which were aligned with the winter solstice.
- Beltany Tops Stone Circle, Donegal. Located near Raphoe, this stone circle features 64 stones of varying height and width, encircling an earthen platform. It is believed to date back to the Neolithic period and is part of a larger landscape of ancient monuments.
- Carrowkeel Cairn G, County Sligo. Ancient burial site is characterised by an entrance passage leading into a polygonal central chamber surrounded by three polygonal cells. The careful arrangement suggests significant architectural planning, and it forms part of the Carrowkeel group of cairns.
- Drombeg Stone Circle, County Cork. Situated 2.4 km east of Glandore, this small axial stone circle comprises 13 stones and is one of the best-known stone circles in Ireland. Dating back to the late Bronze Age, it is believed to have been used for ceremonial purposes. The site offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.
- Knockroe Passage Tomb, County Kilkenny. Approximately 10 km north of Carrick-on-Suir, Knockroe features a large western chamber aligned so that the sunset light during the winter solstice illuminates the passageway.
- Slieve Gullion Passage Tomb, County Armagh. Positioned on the southern flank of Slieve Gullion at over 570 meters, this passage tomb is notable for its dramatic location and historical significance. Although it has been damaged over the years, and was badly vandalised by the British Army during the Troubles.
