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City Description Dublin is unique among the capital cities of Europe. It is on the sea with a bay of harbors and swimming areas; it lies nestled among hills and mountains; and it contains Phoenix Park, the largest park on the European continent. Dublin's streets have been described as bustling and lively. They have also been called congested. As all of these descriptions are accurate, the excitement of the city can best be enjoyed by moving from point to point via the comfort and convenience of local bus and rail service.  Within half an hour of
Dublin's city center there are mountain walks, historic homes and
gardens, sandy beaches and fishing villages. Within Dublin there are
countless places of interest to explore. It is a city steeped in
history and tradition, but it is also youthful. Of the one and a half
million people in greater Dublin, about half are under 25. It is a city
that welcomes visitors of all ages. Activities for the family include
enjoying the nature preserve, the grazing deer, the 700 animal zoo, and
the well tended, formal gardens of Phoenix Park. There is a hands on
center where children can design and produce pottery pieces. Other
family possibilities are horseback riding, sailing and the thrill of
the interactive Dublin Viking adventure that recreates the sights,
sounds and smells of Dublin as it was 1000 years ago. Dublin began as a Viking trading post called Dubh Linn (Dark Pool), which soon merged with a Celtic settlement called Baile Átha Cliath (Town of the Hurdle Ford) - still the Gaelic name for the city. Because most of the early city was built of wood, only the two cathedrals, part of the castle and several churches have survived from before the seventeenth century. Much of the "newer" construction is from the Georgian period of the eighteenth century. Recent modernization has worked in harmony with the beauty and grandeur of the past. Fine museums and art galleries recall Dublin's long and colorful history, while the pubs and cafes buzz with traditional Irish entertainment. Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral are all at the top of almost every visitor's list. Dublin's many other attractions range from sea world, museums and art galleries  to the prestigious Guinness
Brewery and the
Temple Bar which is the center of restaurants
and nightlife. Dublin
is Europe's leading
center for computer software, with more than 100 international
companies and a growing home market. It is also a thriving center for
culture and is home to the great literary tradition of Shaw, Yeats,
Joyce and Beckett. It is the source of musical talent in groups ranging
from the Dubliners and the Chieftains to U2. Street-side cafes and pubs
are alive with animated conversations, and visitors can easily find
themselves included in the discussions of sports, music, politics, and
literature. |
In
1988
Dublin
celebrated its
1000th birthday and was designated European City of Culture in 1991.
Dublin's economy is the fastest growing in Europe with 40,000
businesses employing over 525,000 people. Recent years have brought an
upsurge in the growth of the city's population and an air of excitement
as renovations and improvements to the city's housing and service
sector have taken place. Dublin provides the visitor with countless
opportunities for learning, for remembering and for relaxation which
appeal to every taste and age group.  Recently Irish step
dancing has become mainsteamwith shows such as Riverdance and Michael Flatley Giants of Literature
Dublin, a beautiful and modern city, has a literary and cultural heritage, second to none. The birthplace of many great writers and poets to name just a few. It is still home to a number of prestigious modern writers, including Seamus Heaney winner of the Nobel Literature prize. This literary legacy is reflected in the numerous attractions within the city, with a myriad of museums dedicated to its famous authors and even pub tours that take visitors around their old haunts. The Irish Abbey Players are world renown. Rich in parks, historic sites, theatres, music and comedy venues, there is a wealth of things to do here. Gaelic football and hurling matches are held regularly and provide the ideal opportunity for the uninitiated to learn about these ostensibly national games. |
