State Apartments
And the Throne Room.
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A historic complex in the heart of Dublin, built on the site of a Norman castle from the days of King John, that was the seat of British rule in Ireland until 1922, when it was formally handed over to the Provisional Government led by Michael Collins. Most of it was rebuilt from the late seventeenth century as a Georgian palace. Today it hosts the inauguration of Ireland's presidents and state receptions. Tours take in the lavish State Apartments with their decorated halls and Throne Room, and the medieval stone tower that survives from the old castle. The castle was built by the «black pool», Dubh Linn in Irish, that gave the city its name; the spot is now the Dubh Linn Garden behind the building, with paths curving like a serpent. The complex is closed to the public until January 2027 while it hosts Ireland's presidency of the Council of the European Union, per the castle's official website. When it reopens, a self-guided visit costs about €8 for adults, per visitor guides.
And the Throne Room.
From the old castle.
The city's namesake.
Dame Street, central Dublin
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