Dublin, Cultured and Beautiful

[Tim Salivan]

No other place but Dublin could combine all facets of Ireland’s multidimensional culture with the contemporary image of a capital city. A picturesque stroll from Ha’penny Bridge to the Liffey river, a visit to the Guinness Storehouse brewery and a night coloured with folkore sounds is enough to convince anyone. For a taste of the local rhythm, take one of the Glendalough walks and admire the Upper and Lower lakes, watch a performance at the Abbey, Gate and Gaiety Theaters and get to know the Celts at the National Museum of Ireland.

 

 

Must Do

Make sure you are among the enthusiastic crowds watching the St. Patrick’s Festival parade. Thousands of talented artists, performers, multicolored costumes, hand-crafted carriages and installations compose the setting for a show that rivals the biggest theater production.

Ultimate Experience

It is no coincidence that this is a unique lifetime experience, since 2016 marks the centenary of the Easter Rising, which broke out during Easter Week in 2016, as part of the struggle for Irish independence. Several interesting events have been organized throughout the city this year, such as 7 concerts at the National Concert Hall during Easter week. There are also events that will continue beyond the celebrations, such as the exhibition World War Ireland at the National Library that will be on until 2018. It is also worth while to have a guided tour of the Kilmainham Gaol museum, being a former the Royal Hospital Kilmainham to the Irish National War Memorial Gardens. Do not forget the Easter parade that begins from Dublin Castle and ends in Parnell Square.

Taste

Dublin's reputation for exceptional restaurants with local quality ingredients is reinforced by various food festivals that promote the city's gastronomic scene, such as the Dublin Bay Prawn Festival at Howth fishing village. Traditional dishes are the coddle (broth with sausages, bacon, potatoes and onions), garlick bread, roast lamb with rosemary, mussels with apple cider and colcannon, mashed potatoes with cabbage and salted butter.

The Surprise 

There’s a brand new music museum in town. But do not expect to see Riverdance performers or tap dancing. What you will find is the devoted fans of Phil Lunott who will be coming to commemorate the 30 years since his death. You will listen to Rory Gallagher’s Moonchild, and you will learn everything about U2  and the Script. Welcome to the new Irish Rock’N’Roll Museum located in the Temple Bar district. 

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