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Navan
(population 12,810) is the administrative centre for County
Meath.
It is situated 28 miles north west of Dublin at the confluence
of the Boyne and the Blackwater rivers.
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A lot of workers in Navan are employed in the services sector.
However, the nearby Tara Mines, Europe's largest zinc mine,
employs about 600 people. In addition, the well-known Navan
Carpets are made here.
Attractions
Ruins
of Donaghmore Round Tower (10th century) and Church (13th century).
Athlumney Castle, featuring a 12th-century Norman Motte and
15th-century tower house.
Motte of Navan, just west of the town.
Around
Navan
Navan
is ten miles from Newgrange, Knowth, and Dowth prehistoric passage
graves.
Dalgan Park, a home for missionaries and priests.
Hill of Tara, ancient seat of the High Kings of Ireland.
Hill of Slane, where Saint Patrick is said to have lit his Pascal
Fire, introducing Christianity to Ireland.
Newgrange Farm. A working farm showcasing vintage machinery.
Amenities
The
Royal Tara Golf Club to the east.
Navan Racecourse is a few miles north of the town.
Walkers will enjoy the River Boyne Canal, which connects Navan
to Drogheda.
Transport
There are 21 Bus Éireann buses from Dublin to Navan.
| Useful contact
details for Kells |
| Bus
Éireann |
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(01)
8366111 http://www.buseireann.ie/
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| Garda
Station |
(046)
21445 |
| Bank
of Ireland |
(046)
21215 |
| AIB |
(046)
29101 |
| Chamber
of Commerce |
(046)
23330 |
| Meath
County Enterprise Board |
(046)
27444 |
| Hospital
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(046)
21210 |
| Tourist
Information |
(046)
21581 |
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