I went to Dublin over the weekend. It was my first time in Ireland so I wasn’t too sure what to expect. My first thought of Dublin was that the layout of the city was very similar to that of Boston’s. I was able to see the original structure and traditions from which my hometown adopted so many of its characteristics. The streets were wide, clean, and there were a lot of brick roads. Horses carrying chariots and taxis took over the roads, allowing for easy access around the city. The city had many beautiful parks. St. Stephens park reminded me of the Boston Common due to its flower beds, trees, and swans in the lake. Near the park was Dublin center. It was very similar to that of Boston’s Back Bay. The area had an abundance of pubs. Beer is very popular in Ireland due to its famous breweries such as Guinness which is known for their Stout. I was also able to see the Dublin castle. I learned that the castle was home to the seat of the United Kingdom government’s rule in Ireland until 1922. The grotesque rooms were similar to that out of a movie. Finally I saw the A3 arena which is home to Dublin’s concerts and sporting events.
