Observers at the ancient burial chamber at Newgrange, County Meath, had one of the best ever views of the rising sun during the winter solstice.

Report shows the Newgrange burial chamber. The sun shining through. The interior of chamber lit by sunlight.

Interview with Clare Tuffy on the structure of Newgrange.

The reporter is Joe O'Brien.

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