IRELAND ~ Dublin ~

...Four wonderful views of Dublin by night...a city originally founded by the Vikings...sent by my niece from her city trip...with one of the "tiniest" stamps ever on a postcard シ...Thanks a lot Dorien!!(♥‿♥)

©Liam Blake Temple Bar - The Custom House - Christchurch Cathedral- Trinity College
Dublin  is the capital and largest city of Ireland. The city  is in the province of Leinster on Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey.

The city is listed by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network (GaWC) as a global city, with a ranking of "Alpha-", placing it among the top thirty cities in the world. It is a historical and contemporary centre for education, the arts, administration, economy and industry.

Stamp:

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of the Easter Rising 1916-2016
Definitive Series
(Issued 21-01-216)

IRELAND ~Dublin ~

Beautiful Dublin......for me a city on a river has always a special charm and beauty......and its so nice to get "surprise" postcards from traveling friends and family...(♥‿♥).Hééél erg Bedankt Johan!!See his  blog here.


With once again a recent released great stamp:
World War I “Recruiting Irish Soldiers for the Great War”
(Issued 24-07-2014)

Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland and it lies in the province of Leinster on Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey.

Its vibrancy, nightlife and tourist attractions are renowned and it is the most popular entry point for international visitors to Ireland.

IRELAND ~Donkey~

...Immediately when I found this gorgeous postcard in my mailbox I thought...
Is he laughing at me or with me???? Look at his long ears... I just love his expression...:D
He reminds me of Shreks little talking friend "donkey" my most favourite character in these movies... Thanks a lot Claudia for bringing a big smile on my face!!! (IE-39741)

Love the stamp too! Its from a set of 4 (issued on July21-2011)
about Ireland's marine life and shows the Cuckoo Wrasse,
the most spectacularly coloured fish found in Irish waters.

Connemara is a district in the west of Ireland.
The donkey is the oldest domesticated animal in the world originated from the African Desert. Donkeys are a widely recognised part of the Irish rural landscape but are not native to the country (arriving aruond 1600's).

IRELAND ~Dublin~

My first official postcard from Ireland(IE-34452)...A wonderful river view... For me a city on a river has always a special charm and beauty... Thanks Melissa!

From the back of the card:
Dublin city is spread over the broad valley of the river Liffey, with the Wicklow Hills sheltering it on the south. In addition to its splendid public buildings. Dublin is particulary rich in domestic architecture of the 18th century, it is one of Europe's most beautifully situated capitals with pleasant beaches and mountains only a short journey away.

IRELAND ~Trim Castle~

Fantastic castle view... And it is also "famous" because Braveheart was filmed here... Ireland is already a long time on my wishlist for a walking holiday!! Thanks a lot Claudia!!

And with a wonderful Christmas stamp!!

Trim,Co. Meath: Charmingly situated on the River Boyne, Trim Castle is one of the oldest ecclesistical centres in Ireland. The town is a good centre for salmon and trout fishing on the Boyne and other rivers of the district. The ruined Norman Castle, the largest in Ireland was originally founded by de Lacy in 1173 and during the 13th C much was rebuilt. The present well preserved ruines occupy an area of two acres, in which at one period Prince Henry (later Henry V) was kept prisoner. (from the back of the card)

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Fantastic view...The way the back of the card describes Ireland makes me even more want to go there...But Ireland is already a long time on my wishlist for a walking holiday!!
Typical view of "Glendalaugh" meaning "Glen of Two Lakes" a glacial valley renowned for its Early Medieval monastic settlement founded in the 6th century by St Kevin, located south of Dublin in county Wicklow!


On the back of the card:
The unique beauty of Ireland's landscape and its rich historic, literary and artistic associations have long made it a favourite resort for tourists. Encompassing a wealth of natural beauty within its modest dimensions, Ireland boasts a landscape which is as much diverse as it is gratifying. The scenic grandeur is set off by Ireland's position. Standing in the path of both the prevailing westerly winds of the Atlantic and the warming currents of the Gulf Stream, Ireland enjoys an equable climate which gives the country its unique fresh appearance.

IRELAND ~Fanad lighthouse~

Two cards arrived today! A great multiview from France and a beautiful coast view from Ireland....


Fanad is a picturesque, rural countryside area in North Donegal.Fanad Lighthouse is located at Fanad Head, the second most northerly point in Fanad.

IRELAND ~Kilfernora~

Got three lovely and so totally different cards today. A great garden view of Russia, a nice cartoon map from New York and from Ireland a card with lots of beautiful views on... Even though Ireland is almost a neighbouring country for me. (Distance between Brussels and Dublin is only about 776km) it is a bit of a "hard to get country". I don't see often cards from there... I like them all a lot! :):)


Kilfernora is a charming village located in the middle of the Burren and is an excellent centre to tour this limestone landscape.

IRELAND ~Dublin-Christ Church Cathedral~

And an envelope with two beautiful cards from Ireland... A country that is on top of my whislist for a visit. I think its a great place for hiking..

IRELAND ~Dublin-Christ Church Cathedral~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

One of the finest of the city's historic buildings, it stands on St. Michael's hill overlooking the river Liffey. Founded in 1038 by the Danish king Sitric 'Silkenbeard", it was rebuilt by the Norman "Stongbow" for the St. Laurence O'Toole (patron Daint of Dublin) in the years following 1170. The interior is very beautiful, displaying magnificent stone works and graceful arches with delicately chiseled supporting columns. In the extensive crypt may be seen many ancient items of interest.

IRELAND ~Skellig-Unesco~

IRELAND ~Skellig-Unesco~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

The smaller Skellig viewed from an aratory wondow on Skellig Michael.
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The Skellig Islands, Skellig Michael and Small Skellig, stand aloof in the Atlantic Ocean some 12 km southwest of Valentia Island, County Kerry.
From any angle, or from any vantage point on the nearby Ring of Kerry, they are spectacular pinnacles, which have magnetised viewers throughout all history – and beyond.

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Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Sent by Rona. View of the Coast of Kerry in South Ireland. In the background you can see the triangle shapes wich are the Skelling Islands. The larger island called "Stellig Michael" is a Unesco site.

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Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Sent by Shannon. The unique beauty of Ireland's landscape and its rich historic, literary and artistics associations have long made it a favourite resort for tourists. The scenic grandeur is set off by its position. Standing in the path of both the prevailing westerly winds of the Atlantic and the warming currents of the Gulf Stream, Ireland enjoys an equable climate which gives the country its unique fresh apperance.