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Dublin
Visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the most famous in Dublin
In Dublin there are two cathedrals, one is Christ Church while the other, and the one we are going to talk about here, is Saint Patrick’s Cathedral. Both cathedrals are Protestant and Saint Patrick’s is the most important in the country as it is dedicated to the patron saint of Ireland. With its 91 meters high, it is the largest in Ireland and is also one of the oldest religious temples in the country since it was built from the 5th century. Here we are going to tell you what to see in St. Patrick’s Cathedral. A little history of…
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Visit Dublin Castle, the great witness to the history of the city
South of the River Liffey is one of the main attractions to see in Dublin, its Castle. It was built from the 12th century, although most of the building that we can visit today dates from the 17th century after the forced reconstruction due to a fire that partially destroyed it. Throughout all these centuries it has had different uses ranging from a royal residence to the seat of the Government of Ireland and even the Court of Justice. Do not expect to see the typical castle, but this monument is still very interesting. What to visit in Dublin Castle…
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Stroll down O’Connell Street, Dublin’s main thoroughfare
North of the River Liffey is one of Dublin’s busiest and most important streets, a visit to which is a must. It runs perpendicular to the river starting from O’Connell Bridge and is now almost 50 meters wide after undergoing several renovations since it was a narrow street on the outskirts of Dublin and had several names. On O’Connell Street you will find imposing buildings, several monuments and many shops and restaurants that also follow one another through the streets that start from it. Walking its 500 meters is a must if you visit Dublin. O’Connell Street Attractions Starting from…
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Visit Christ Church Cathedral in Dublin
At the end of Dame Street, and not far from Dublin ‘s other cathedral, Saint Patrick’s, we can find Christ Church Cathedral, whose official name is Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. Trinity. It is one of the must-see places if you are in Dublin and an ancient monument. Like its neighbor Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, this cathedral is Protestant and not Catholic, as many people believe when seeing that there are two cathedrals so close. We tell you how to visit this cathedral and what to see in it. A little history of Christ Church Cathedral We say that it…
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The main museums to visit in Dublin
In Dublin we have a great cultural offer and its museums were not going to be less important. It must be said that the city was the European Capital of Culture in 1991, although it is also true that tourists who come to Dublin prefer to make other visits. Dublinia is the most visited and it is quite close to an interactive theme park, which is why it is usually quite popular. We can also consider the Dublin temples of alcohol, the Guinness Storehouse and the Old Jameson Distillery, as a museum. There are many more but here we make…
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How to visit the Guinness Storehouse, the temple of Irish beer
You cannot leave this city without visiting one of the essential places to see in Dublin. Whether you like beer or not, you must go to the Guinness Storehouse and learn about the history of Ireland ‘s most international beer and its brewing process. The building where it is located was built in 1904 to carry out the fermentation of Guinness beer as well as its storage and since 2000 it can be visited on a beautiful guided tour that will surprise you. As a curiosity, say that the harp is a trademark registered by Guinness but it is also…
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Visit the Old Jameson Distillery in Dublin. For whiskey lovers
Dublin must be a paradise for lovers of the processes of making alcoholic beverages. The most famous museum dedicated to one is the Guinness Storehouse but there is also another dedicated to whiskey, the old Jameson Distillery, The Old Jameson Distillery, in English. It is not as colorful or visited as the temple of beer, but if you like whiskey, and more specifically this brand, you should not miss the opportunity to visit this old distillery and learn first-hand about the process of making this drink. We remind you that in addition to Dublin, there is also a distillery that…
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The main parks and gardens to enjoy in Dublin
Dublin ‘s parks and gardens are a mirror of Ireland, a very green place. And they are also very well cared for, so strolling and relaxing in them will be a great option on your visit to Dublin. There are many green areas in the city but above all there are two parks that stand out. On the one hand, St. Stephen’s Green, for its location, and Phoenix Park, for its size and charm. There are many more, but these are the main parks and gardens to visit in Dublin. St Stephen’s Green Situated at the end of Grafton Street,…
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Dublin’s Old Town Hall. How to visit
Very close to Dublin Castle we have a monument that we must visit thanks to its Georgian architecture and all the history of the city that is hidden within its walls. It has had different uses throughout history, and is no longer the seat of Dublin City Council, but today we can visit its interior and enjoy it. And we should not only stay in its beautiful facade and its columns. You also have to access its interior and not stop admiring it. What to see in Dublin’s Old Town Hall Although it does not belong to the Castle itself,…
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Touring Dublin’s River Liffey. Custom House and the bridges
The River Liffey is the soul of Dublin. Life in the capital of Ireland unfolds around it and next to it are the best places to see in the city. To the north, the most commercial areas of Dublin and the monumental O’Connell Street. To the south, the area with the most atmosphere, such as Temple Bar and the most monumental with Trinity College and other buildings. But along the river we also find very interesting places that you should not miss, as well as its many bridges that connect both banks. Strolling to Four Courts Our walk along the…
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