10 Fun & Interesting Facts About Dublin You Never Knew

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1. Dublin senior footballers – history maker

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2. Small county, huge population – the power of the city

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3. O’Connell Bridge – cross the Liffey

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4. Pubs – the social hub of Ireland

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5. The MGM Lion – Dublin at Hollywood

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6. Famous figures – faces of Dublin

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7. Trinity College graduates – some of Ireland’s finest mind

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8. The oldest pub in Ireland – one of the best fun facts about Dublin

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9. Viking settlement – origins of the city

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10. Irish meaning – the native tongue

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17 Tips for an Amazing Cruise Experience

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