The bridges of Dublin are unique. I counted at least nine spanning the Liffey River. We strolled along both sides of the river, taking photos, breathing in the wonderful salt air.
The O'Connell Bridge spans the North and South of Dublin. Historically dividing the richer, southside of Dublin, with poorer Northern side.
This bridge opens up to a 45 yard wide promenade street of the same name; O'Connell Street.
The incredible Samuel Beckett Bridge is shaped like a harp. It is quite impressive.
O'Casey Bridge, a pedestrian only bridge.
It appears the river is very high under this bridge? I believe the tide was out at this time as well. There has been a tremendous amount of rain in the UK this winter with very grave flooding everywhere.
Dublin, in case we even thought about driving in the city, is made up of many, many, one way streets. With the bridges, many being pedestrian only, taxis and buses go a long way around to get to places. But the views are awesome.
The rail bridge. Yes...the colour of the train is green?
A very disturbing and sad group of sculptures representing the 'Great Famine' that killed over one million Irish people in the period between 1845-1849. As well as another one million who left Ireland because of the 'Great Famine.'
The view from O'Connell Bridge. Gorgeous day.
The Millennium Bridge is also pedestrian only...plus bikes.
This bridge below owes it's name, because of the penny it costs to cross it....Ha' Penny Bridge.
A sunny and warm day for a leisurely walk along the river.
Dublin is known for it's 'Doors'. Very colourful and each quite unique in design. But I would say the buildings are fun to see as well. Many different colours that we wouldn't see back home. Mauve?
I like it!
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