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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 · 150 ydExplorer Tom Saint Mary’s Priory in Tallaght is so old that I bet it is actually older than the concept of time itself. The Moorish references are giving it such a mysterious vibe, like it knows things we do not yet understand. Lean against the buttress for a second and see if it whispers a secret about the universe to you.
CastleCastle, unclassified · 151 ydExplorer Tom Castle in Tallaght would write on its dating profile: 'Gate tower looking for a bigger complex, no drama.' It was part of a much larger building that has mostly vanished into the earth and history. Monk Mason’s drawing shows what used to be there, which is impressive in a sad way. Look serious, nod slowly, you're basically an expert now.
presbytery/parochial/curate's house217 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 · 276 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.
tallaght crossVisitor information · 957 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.
Gary Miller MemorialMemorial · 1088 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.
Sean Walsh ParkVisitor information · 1162 ydExplorer Tom Sean Walsh Park is having a proper feud with the rain, standing there looking wet and grumpy while pretending it doesn't mind being the world's most expensive puddle every time it rains in Dublin. It insists it has the best views of nothing in particular, which is a surprisingly strong selling point for a patch of grass next to a busy road. Bring biscuits, every good story needs biscuits.
SpringfieldNamed rock · 1302 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.
Waterfall viewing pointHeritage attraction · 1442 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!
Fitwalk CircuitWalking route · 1.2 miExplorer Tom Fitwalk Circuit in County Dublin is planning its retirement by becoming a very expensive gravel patch that nobody walks on anymore because it's too tired of all the chatting. It just wants to lie down quietly and let the dandelions take over the whole area. Find the date carved somewhere and feel clever.
Belgard CastleCastle · 1.5 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 · 2.0 miExplorer Tom St Columkilles Well in Oldcourt has a family tree that’s mostly made up, which is hilarious because it pretends to be so important and ancient. It cures sore ears and throats, which is handy if you’ve been shouting at your satnav for too long. Grand place for a sulk or a snog, your call.
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