A LONELY RHINO IN THE DODDER
The Dodder Rhino: A Mysterious Marvel
In the heart of Dublin, nestled by the River Dodder, stands an enigmatic bronze rhinoceros. Its imposing presence startles passersby as they cross Classon’s Bridge, adjacent to The Dropping Well pub. This life-sized sculpture, cast in bronze, commands attention from its plinth in the middle of the river.
A Lifelike Creation: The sculptor behind this masterpiece spared no effort. Every crease in the rhino’s skin is meticulously detailed, lending it a remarkably realistic appearance. Some say it’s as if this enormous mammal escaped from Dublin Zoo, journeying miles along the River Dodder to find its current home.
Dublin’s Best-Kept Secret: The Dodder Rhino has become a symbol of Rathmines, a district in Dublin. At The Dropping Well, one of the town’s oldest Irish pubs, the owners affectionately consider the river-dwelling rhino their “pet.” They even organised a contest to name it, with suggestions like “Milltown Muddler” and “The Plodder in the Dodder.” Ultimately, “Dodder Rhino” prevailed.
The Mystery Endures
In the heart of Dublin, nestled by the River Dodder, stands an enigmatic bronze rhinoceros. Its imposing presence startles passersby as they cross Classon’s Bridge, adjacent to The Dropping Well pub. This life-sized sculpture, cast in bronze, commands attention from its plinth in the middle of the river.
A Lifelike Creation: The sculptor behind this masterpiece spared no effort. Every crease in the rhino’s skin is meticulously detailed, lending it a remarkably realistic appearance. Some say it’s as if this enormous mammal escaped from Dublin Zoo, journeying miles along the River Dodder to find its current home.
Dublin’s Best-Kept Secret: The Dodder Rhino has become a symbol of Rathmines, a district in Dublin. At The Dropping Well, one of the town’s oldest Irish pubs, the owners affectionately consider the river-dwelling rhino their “pet.” They even organised a contest to name it, with suggestions like “Milltown Muddler” and “The Plodder in the Dodder.” Ultimately, “Dodder Rhino” prevailed.
The Mystery Endures
A LONELY RHINO IN THE DODDER