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1. Belfast ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Belfast
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2. Blarney Castle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Romantic Castles
Blarney Castle
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3. Burren National Park

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Burren National Park
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4. Charleville Castle

Romantic Castles
Charleville Castle
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5. Cliffs Of Moher

Cliffs Of Moher
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6. Connemara

Connemara
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7. Cork

Cork
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8. Enniskerry

Enniskerry
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9. Galway City

Galway City
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10. Glendalough

Glendalough
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11. Guinness Storehouse

Guinness Storehouse
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12. Howth

Howth
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13. Johnnie Fox's Pub

Category: Food & Drink
Johnnie Fox's Pub
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14. Kerry

Kerry
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15. Kilbeggan Distillery

Category: Food & Drink
Kilbeggan Distillery
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16. Kilkenny

Kilkenny
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17. Killarney National Park

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Killarney National Park
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18. Malahide Castle

Romantic Castles
Malahide Castle
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19. Maynooth Castle

Romantic Castles
Maynooth Castle
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20. Mountmellick

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Mountmellick
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21. Newgrange

Newgrange
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22. Rock of Cashel

Rock of Cashel
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23. Skerries

Skerries
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24. The Giant’s Causeway

The Giant’s Causeway
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25. Wicklow

Wicklow
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Dublin, Ireland, is the capital city and the largest and most populated city in the country.
  • Established around the 7th century by the Gaels, Dublin is part of the province of Leinster and is known for its landscape as much as its culture.
  • Bordered by the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains and situated on the bay at the mouth of the River Liffey, visitors can easily find fantastic opportunities to spend time outdoors and in nature.
  • Dublin is considered one of the top thirty cities on the planet, with many places nearby that are perfect for day trips for visitors wanting a taste of all Ireland has to offer.

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