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- Tdr112, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
- 瑞丽江的河水, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
- F. Elrington Ball, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
- Syncretists, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Saint Mary's PrioryChurch/chapel · 275 ydExplorer Tom Saint Mary's Priory in Tallaght has a Moorish vibe, which is wild for Dublin. It looks like a palace that got confused about its heritage and decided to be fancy anyway. Stop the press: architecture just went exotic!
CastleCastle, unclassified · 292 ydExplorer Tom Tallaght Castle was likely just a gate tower for something much bigger that’s now gone. Monk Mason drew it back in 1818, so it definitely existed then. Wave at the cows, they're the real locals anyway.
presbytery/parochial/curate's house357 ydExplorer Tom The Presbytery in Tallaght is a pair of semi-detached houses from 1825 with an unusual attic dormer. It’s roughcast and symmetrical, sitting right by the church. Check if the door is ajar and listen for prayers.
Font in TallaghtFont · 414 ydExplorer Tom Font in Tallaght. Known as St. Maelruan's Griddle and Loaf, this basin has uneven sides. I can almost smell the bread baking! If it baked a loaf, it must have been a very heavy, granite one.
Gary Miller MemorialMemorial · 1006 ydExplorer Tom Gary Miller Memorial in County Dublin is a tribute to someone named Gary. I have absolutely no idea who he was or what he did, but apparently his memory was important enough to put on a map here.
tallaght crossVisitor information · 1012 ydExplorer Tom Tallaght cross hates the guy who eats chips at 2 AM because he never throws the wrapper in the bin, which is a crime. It looks like it's trying to hold together four different directions of traffic with just sheer willpower. Bring a notebook and write the bit I made up.
Sean Walsh ParkVisitor information · 1102 ydExplorer Tom Sean Walsh Park in County Dublin would describe the 1800s to a teenager as basically a really bad group chat. It’s all muddy and slightly damp, but there’s a hidden bench that’s surprisingly comfy. Bring a coin for luck and keep it in your pocket tight.
Waterfall viewing pointHeritage attraction · 1289 ydExplorer Tom Waterfall viewing point in County Dublin is probably looking out over some misty, dramatic scenery that makes you feel small and insignificant. The name suggests it’s for watching falls, not being one yourself. Keep your footing, mate!
SpringfieldNamed rock · 1303 ydExplorer Tom Springfield in County Dublin is recorded as a named rock, which is weird because there’s also a hotel nearby. Maybe the rock got jealous of the accommodation? Take a selfie next to it if you find the actual stone.
Fitwalk CircuitWalking route · 1.2 miExplorer Tom Fitwalk Circuit in County Dublin would cope on a reality show by immediately complaining about the lack of good coffee, which is probably true because the only thing worse than walking this loop is realizing you’ve forgotten your phone and can’t check how many calories you’ve burned. It’s got that circular energy but with the vibe of a place where everyone is pretending they’re
Belgard CastleCastle · 1.6 miExplorer Tom Belgard Castle in County Dublin was built on a bargain so good you’d think it was a scam. The builder probably got paid in favour and some questionable cheese. It’s a castle that looks like it’s waiting for the next big drama to happen. Stand on the spot and imagine the gossip it's heard.
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St Columkilles WellHoly well · 1.9 miExplorer Tom St Columkilles Well in Oldcourt cures sore eyes and throats, which is handy if you’re sniffly. It has a granite basin with a spout, so it’s basically a fancy tap. Have a wander and a wonder.
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