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Dublin’s famous Trinity College was originally founded by Queen Elizabeth I back in 1592 also has lots to interest visitors. Highlights include witnessing the historic ‘Book of Kells’ and the Dublin Experience, an audiovisual presentation detailing the history of the city. However, just a short stroll around the grounds is an experience in itself thanks to some wonderful architecture.

There’s also Dublin Castle, which although not a classically beautiful castle has its own interesting tale to tell. Built in 1204 under the order of King John, the castle has acted a prison and as home of the British viceroys of Ireland, yet today all that remains of the original structure is the Record Tower, giving a bizarre mix of architectural styles. The State Apartments are particularly impressive and certainly worth viewing.

Phoenix Park is one of the world’s largest parks and comprises beautiful open expanses with deer roaming about, to colourful gardens and serene lakes. The must see sight here include Dublin Zoo and the impressive Phoenix Column. If you don’t fancy walking you can always take the more romantic option of hiring a horse drawn carriage to take you round instead.

When it comes to a spot of retail therapy Grafton Street is Dublin’s answer to Oxford Street but with the added advantage of being pedestrianised, giving a more relaxed air to the proceedings, as do the numerous buskers along the route, amiably sharing their music and poetry with passers by. The one shop though that everyone makes for is Brown Thomas, the long-standing department store just bursting with designer laden temptation.

Talking of temptation no visit to Dublin is complete without seeing The Guinness Storehouse. Unsurprisingly the production of Guinness has had a huge affect on the local wealth over its incredibly successful 250-year-old history and a visit here includes a complimentary pint of the black stuff to ensure that everyone acquires a taste for the local brew, if they haven’t already that is!