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Explorer Tom Hybrid Poplar in County Dublin has a dog in charge of it who barks at anyone who doesn’t tip. The poplar just stands there looking confused while the dog runs the show like a tiny overlord. Look serious, nod slowly, you're basically an expert now if you say so.

Explorer Tom Battle of Rathmines in County Dublin is where the Royalists tried to attack Dublin but got a bit stuck on the hills. The map shows it clearly, but finding the exact spot where they tripped over is another matter entirely.

Explorer Tom Ranelagh Gardens Playground in County Dublin is probably just a fancy way of saying ‘mud puddle’. The slides might be covered in invisible glitter from fairies. Shake it off and take a picture!

Explorer Tom Children's playground in County Dublin is surrounded by trees that drop leaves even in winter. They’re not normal leaves, they’re tiny maps to buried treasure. Catch one and unfold it gently.

Explorer Tom Death of Brian Murphy in County Dublin is linked to the Burlington Hotel, which looks very calm now. It’s a quiet death marker. Pose like you’re checking out of a hotel while holding an invisible briefcase.

Explorer Tom Waterworks kiosk on Adelaide Road is a Modernist gem from 1929 that thinks it’s grander than a small café. It has stepped pediments and decorative brickwork that make it stand out in the Georgian streetscape. Take a selfie with it, it likes attention.

Explorer Tom Stables on Leeson Place used to house horses and servants but now it’s housing humans who pay rent, which is a step down in class, I think. It’s got Doric pilasters that look like they’re trying to be Greek gods. Practise your bow if you see it, respect the former equine quarters!

Explorer Tom International Tailors, Pressers and Machinists Union memorial in County Dublin marks where Jewish workers set up shop. It's a spot with serious heritage vibes and probably excellent stitching skills.

Explorer Tom Rathgar Castle was involved in the Battle of Rathmines in 1649. Beranger drew it in ruin in 1769, looking quite dramatic. Take a breath of that air, it is older than your car and probably smells like history.

Explorer Tom Another Bigleaf Maple in County Dublin, this one pretending it doesn't know I'm here. It’s probably posting about its 'roots' on social media, acting like a deep thinker when it's just a tree. Bring your own legend, I've run out of facts for you.

Explorer Tom Cathedral. Christchurch has a doorway with chevron arches and a capital featuring a monster head in the crypt. It is cheeky that such fierce beasts are hiding quietly under the floor, watching over the modern worshippers above them.

Explorer Tom Éamonn Ceannt in County Dublin led the Easter Rising and got executed at Kilmainham. A heavy hitter for a memorial spot. Give him some respect if you pass by his marker today.