Dublin Castle

September 16, 2023 -- Our first stop in Dublin was the castle. Besides being a major tourist attraction, Dublin Castle is a government complex and public arena. We took the self-guided tour. We saw magnificent rooms, furniture, and paintings. There were so many paintings. I guess rich people like to see themselves on the wall. 

Entrance to the castle

Between the pillars

Courtyard

The bronze lioness sculpture, titled Leonessa by Italian artist Davide Rivalta, was displayed in the Upper Courtyard of Dublin Castle from May 2023 to June 2024. It was part of a collaboration with Rome’s National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art. The Lioness is a symbol of strength. We got to see it.

Lioness in courtyard of Dublin Castle

Royal chair and staircase

Paintings

The parlor