Ireland's OWN: Myths & Magic Gavrinis Cairn  (megalithic temple, Brittany) The Gavrinis megalithic temple on the Isle Des Gavrinis is dated around 3500-4000 BCE. The inside of this raised cairn is  carved with spiral patterns that may represent the sunrise or the continuity of life.  The serpentine markings are also thought to represent the coiled energy of the earth, or the serpent, which for the Celts, represents rebirth. See Also: The Celts Midhes The Wheel of the Year   Page last updated 30 Mar 2008 Website Design and Myths & Magic logo by Míchealín Daugherty Copyright © 2008 Ireland's OWN All Rights Reserved.