Beautiful Ireland

☘️ Dublin Castle, Ireland ☘️

Stepping back in time at Dublin Castle 🏰 A true gem in the heart of Ireland's capital city! 🇮🇪 From its rich history, dating back to the 13th century, to its stunning architecture, this castle is a must-visit for any history lover. Take a tour and imagine the events that have taken place within these walls. Have you visited Dublin Castle yet?

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☘️ Loreto Abbey, Dublin, Ireland ☘️

Loreto Abbey is a historic building in Rathfarnham, Dublin, Ireland. It was originally built as a country house in the early 19th century and later became a school for girls in 1844. The Loreto Sisters, a Catholic religious institute, used the building as a boarding school for girls until the mid-1980s. The building has since been converted into apartments. The Abbey is notable for its architecture and its association with education in Ireland.

☘️ Beacon South Quarter - Dublin - Baile Átha Cliath, Ireland

☘️ Saint Anne's Park, Dublin, Ireland ☘️

Saint Anne's Park (Irish: Páirc Naomh Áine) is a 240 acres (97 ha) public park situated between Raheny and Clontarf, suburbs on the northside of Dublin, Ireland. It is owned and managed by Dublin City Council.

The park, the second largest municipal park in Dublin, is part of a former 202 hectares (500 acres) estate assembled by members of the Guinness family, descendants of Sir Arthur Guinness, founder of the famous brewery, beginning with Benjamin Lee Guinness in 1835 (the largest municipal park is nearby (North) Bull Island, also shared between Clontarf and Raheny). In 1837, they built St Anne's House, a large Italianate-style residence.[1][2] The house and park were purchased by Dublin Corporation (now Dublin City Council) in 1939.[1] Part of the land was developed for housing.

The park is bisected by the small Naniken River and features an artificial pond and a number of follies, a rose garden, a Chinese garden, a fine collection of trees with walks, including an arboretum, a playground, cafe, and recreational facilities including extensive GAA and soccer playing fields, tennis courts and a par-3 golf course.