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By Steven Cronin
Few places around the world lend a friendlier hand than
Dublin.
The Emerald Isle offers wonderful hospitality, complemented by
its warm and friendly hosts. A cosmopolitan city, Dublin is
rightly proud of its rich heritage, but also presents a modern
face in keeping with contemporary culture.
1. Trinity College
Housing the Book of Kells, a near two century old manuscript
written by monks, Trinity College is Dublin’s oldest
university, built in 1592.
2. Christ Church Cathedral
Dublin’s oldest building dates back nearly one thousand years
to 1038. It was built courtesy of the invading Vikings, a
monument to serve a powerful army.
3. Dublin Castle
Dating back to the Norman invasion, this wonderful example of
medieval architecture captures the artistic influence of the
time. Magnificent painted ceilings and crystal chandeliers
portray the Ireland of one thousand years ago.
4. National Gallery of Ireland
Monet and Picasso are just two of the influential artists on
display in the city’s largest gallery. Some 2,500 paintings
give a flavour of a historic past and present.
5. Guinness Storehouse
Ireland’s most famous export was once brewed in this famous
old
building. Since relocated, the Guinness Storehouse now
delights
in telling its visitors how one of the world’s favourite
beverages came to be.
6. Temple Bar
Contrasting Dublin’s historic ancestry, Temple Bar brings the
city right up to modern day with its cosmopolitan mix of bars,
restaurants, shops and art galleries.
7. Smithfield Village
More eating, drinking and shopping can be found at Smithfield
Village, a newly renovated development. A walk to the top of
the Chimney presents magnificent, panoramic views of Dublin.
8. Grafton Street
Big name department stores trade alongside local craft shops
in
the busiest shopping area of Dublin. Traditional Irish gifts
and
souvenirs can be found more easily in the adjacent Nassau
Street.
9. Pint of Guinness
No visit to Ireland would be complete without a tipple of the
world famous Irish Guinness. Locals say it tastes better in
its
home city. Well, there’s only one way to find out!
10. Irish Grand National
You can smell the money amongst the punters present at one of
the great sporting events of the calendar. Join the runners
and
riders during the month of April to witness the Irish Grand
National.
About The Author: Steven Cronin owns the City Breaks website
featuring city break special offers from luxury hotels to
budget accommodations. For more information please visit
www.sargas.co.uk
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