The oldest pub in Ireland!

Days 126-127...Dublin, Ireland

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June 1st 2007
The flight into Dublin was very cool, we were amazed how flat the countryside surrounding the city is, it was also extremely green - which of course reminded us of home! However once we landed it felt like we were back in London - a murky, drizzley day and about 15 degrees colder than Portugal! We were both hugely amused hearing the airport announcements in the strong irish accent, it sounds l ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Dublin » Dublin

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Celtic tribes arrived on the island between 600-150 B.C. Invasions by Norsemen that began in the late 8th century were finally ended when King Brian BORU defeated the Danes in 1014. English invasions began in the 12th century and set off more than se... ... read more