DK Travel : Dublin

One of the most popular capitals in Europe, Dublin is a city steeped in history. Huddled together within a small vicinity you’ll find Viking remains, medieval cathedrals and churches, Georgian squares and excellent museums. But it’s not just about buildings – music, theatre, literature and pubs play just as strong a part in Dublin’s atmosphere. These highlights are the must-sees for any visitor who wants to truly capture the variety and vibrancy of the city.

Epicurean Food Hall

International food emporium with everything from kebabs to French cuisine.
Erriseask House Hotel

Ten minutes’ drive from Clifden, this small modern hotel on the shores of Mannin Bay is near the beach. If long walks amid Connemara’s coastal scenery don’t draw you here, the excellent restaurant should.
Everglades

A luxurious hotel with an ideal location next to the River Foyle and beside the 17th-century walled City of Derry; it’s also convenient for exploring County Donegal and the Sperrin Mountains. Satchmo’s restaurant is well regarded.
Fairy Trees

An isolated tree in a field is generally not cut down because it could be sacred.
Fairyhouse Racing Festival

Every Easter the historic Fairyhouse racing course hosts the Powers Gold Label Irish Grand National.
Far Pavillion

The shop for a special gift. Pretty china, napkins and smelly things, as well as books, covered matchboxes and expensive salad bowls.
Festival of Music in Great Irish Houses

Chamber music events in mansions near Dublin.
Finn and the Salmon of Knowledge

The first person to taste the Salmon of Knowledge would gain prophetic powers. When the young Finn MacCoul – hero of countless legends – visited Finnegas, the old druid caught the fish. While it cooked, Finn’s thumb touched the salmon. Putting the thumb to his lips, he tasted the fish before Finnegas.
First Irish Parliament

By the 1350s the Normans had settled in Ireland and introduced the feudal system of government, led by a justiciar who was head of the army, the chief judge and top administrator. He was helped in his work by a council of officials, and would occasionally summon a parliament consisting of his council, bishops, abbots and feudal lords. By the end of the 14th century, representatives of counties and towns were part of the process known as the Lower House, or Commons.
Fishers of Newtown Mount Kennedy

An unlikely place to find tucked away here, selling up-market women’s fashions and traditional men’s country clothes.

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