The triple spiral is a 5,200-year-old Celtic symbol carved at Newgrange in County Meath, predating the Egyptian pyramids. Discover what it means, where to see it, and why it still matters in Irish culture today — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.
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Experts believe that the spiral is the most ancient symbol of Celtic culture and represents the sun or ethereal radiant energy. The Celtic spirals in the…