Tag: Dublin
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May 28, 2023 – Back home from Ireland
It was a great trip to Ireland but there are still plenty of things to see and do there. The Irish are friendly, helpful and funny and it certainly helps to visit a country where English is spoken. The costs are reasonable and it’s fairly easy to get around. The photo is of a Friday…
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May 25, 2023 – Cork to Dublin, Ireland
Took the train from Cork to Dublin today. It took two and a half hours and cost 34 Euros which is about $37. Tomorrow is my last full day in Ireland and that’s depressing. Didn’t even get to visit The Butter Museum in Cork. Guess I’ll have to come back. Photo with the green bed…
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May 8, 2023 – Dublin, Ireland
Visited Trinity College, established in 1592. The big attraction is The Book of Kells, an ancient manuscript painstakingly created by monks around 800 AD. It’s the book of gospels of apostles Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The Book of Kells is written in Latin and adorned to the hilt with intricate drawings. The book is…
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May 7, 2023 – Dublin, Ireland
Arrived in Dublin, Ireland this morning. The weather was good, not raining. It rains a bit in Ireland so I had a good afternoon of sightseeing in the center of the city. Saw a little of Dublin Castle, St Patrick’s Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral, Temple Bar area, River Liffey. My Airbnb host gave some recommendations…
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