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The huge prehistoric tomb of Newgrange is one of Irelands most famous and significant archaeological sites. The Hill of Tara, which was the seat of the High Kings of Ireland also has major historic significance and features in many Celtic legends and in the story of Saint Patrick's mission to convert the Irish to Christianity. The Hill of Slane is also linked to Saint Patrick. Irelands most famous illuminated manuscript, the century Book of Kells was either brought to Ireland to Kells Monastery or written there in the 7th century. County Meath also has remains of many more modern castles and houses which also have interesting histories attached to them. King Henry of Lancaster is said to have been imprisoned in the walls of Trim Castle before becoming King Henry IV of England and the author and later bishop of Saint Patrick's in Dublin, Jonathan Swift lived in Talbot Castle for a time after being sold the former abbey by his mistress.
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