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Papal Cross
In the centre of Phoenix Park, the Papal Cross marks the site where Pope John Paul II preached to 1.25 million people in 1979.
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La Téne Stone
A rare Iron Age spiral-inscribed stone can be seen on private land in Castle strange, 7km southwest of town on the R366.
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Foxs Lane Folk Museum
Dinky Foxs Lane Folk Museum contains more than 600 household gadgets dating from 1850 to 1950, and a Victorian kitchen.
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Cape Clear Museum
This small museum has exhibits on the island’s history and culture, and fine views north across the water to Mizen Head.
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Milleens Cheese
The town of Eyeries is home to Milleens cheese, from pioneering producer Veronica Steele. She welcomes visitors to her farm; phone ahead.
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Kilmurvey
Theres a Blue Flag beach (a clean, safe beach given the EU Blue Flag award) at Kilmurvey, peacefully situated west of bustling Kilronan.
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Famine Victims Memorial
At the entrance of St Stephens Green closest to the Shelbourne hotel is this memorial to all those who died in the Potato Famine (1845–51).
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Maudlin Castle
This substantial tower house, dating from around 1500, once formed part of the citys defences, protecting the approach from the east.
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Old Market House Arts Centre
Housed in a handsome building dating from the 17th century, these light airy galleries showcase contemporary art by local artists.
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Tholsel
The (City Hall) on High St was built in 1761 on the spot where Dame Alice Kytelers maid, Petronella, was burned at the stake in 1324.
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Coast Guard Station
Regular art exhibitions take place at the cliff-top 19th-century Coast Guard Station , which has been turned into a community arts centre.
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Clara Bog Visitor Centre
Sharing space with the local library, this modern and small museum gives an engaging overview of life in the bog, from butterflies to toads.
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Rathmullan Castle
These 16th-century ruins, where an English garrison was stationed during the Flight of the Earls, squat menacingly beside the harbour.
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Cill Ghobnait
This tiny 8th- or 9th-century church is named after St Gobnait, who fled here from Clare while trying to escape an enemy pursuing her.
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Doughmore Bay
A long 2km stretch of sand further to the north of White Strand, Doughmore Bay is popular with horse riders and locals walking their dogs.
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Three Fates Statue
This statue of the Three Fates at St Stephens Green was presented to Dublin in 1956 by West Germany in gratitude for Irish aid after WWII.
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Dún Chonchúir
Glorious views of Inishmaans limestone valleys extend from this elliptical stone fort, built sometime between the 1st and 7th centuries AD.
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Cashel Folk Village
An engaging exhibition of old buildings, shopfronts and memorabilia from around the town. Its a bit slipshod in a heart-warming way.
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Nenagh Castle
Resembling a rook piece in a chess set and surrounded by cawing crows, this fine tower dates from the 13th century and has impossibly thick walls.
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Clew Bay Heritage Centre
Set in a 19th-century stone building, this museum traces the history, customs and traditions of Westport and Clew Bay. Its 2km west of town.
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