2008 VISIT

The towering 20-foot sculpture, "Awaiting the Mariner," has become a familiar sight on Sandymount Strand in Dublin.

I suspect that they may have been builders or a construction crew. I checked but cannot find any reference to a construction project in the immediate area in…

I had intended to walk along Merrion Strand to Sandymount but abandoned the idea after five minutes due to the unpleasant smell and the difficulty of walking in…

The Sandymount Baths, originally known as the Merrion Promenade, Pier, and Baths, opened in July 1883.

he juxtaposition of the historic Martello Towers with modern amenities, such as public toilets and shops, highlights the ongoing challenge of preserving…