Poolbeg Lighthouse, Dublin

Poolbeg lighthouse is situated at the end of the Great South Wall in Dublin bay. The construction of the wall began in 1716.and was then known as ‘The Piles’, construction completed around 1730. At the time it was regarded as a considerable engineering achievement. Standing at an impressive 3 miles long it was the world’s…… Continue reading Poolbeg Lighthouse, Dublin

Dublin Zoo

Established and designed in 1830 by Decimus Burton, Dublin Zoo opened the following year.Today it’s primary mission is conservation projects, breeding programmes, and growing awareness for animals. The Royal Zoological Society of Dublin was established at a meeting held at the Rotunda Hospital on 10 May 1830 and the zoo, then called the Zoological Gardens…… Continue reading Dublin Zoo