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View of Ireland's Eye from Howth Harbour

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View of Ireland's Eye from Howth Harbour

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View of Ireland's Eye from Howth Harbour

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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Damiano 🇮🇹

November 19, 2023

Gazing over the enchanting expanse of Howth Harbour, your eyes are drawn to the majestic silhouette of Ireland's Eye. This captivating island, nestled just off the coast, adds a touch of magic to the seascape.

As the waves gently lap against the shores of Howth, Ireland's Eye stands as a tranquil guardian, veiled in a natural aura of mystery. The island's rugged cliffs, adorned with seabird colonies, create a spectacle against the backdrop of the azure sea. Venture closer, and you'll discover the untamed beauty of Ireland's Eye, where seabirds dance on the ocean breezes, and the echoes of coastal tales linger in the salty air.

The view from Howth Harbour to Ireland's Eye is a poetic encounter with the raw allure of the Irish coast, inviting you to immerse yourself in the serenity of this maritime haven.

Bumble-Bee

November 6, 2022

Ireland's Eye (Irish: Inis Mac Neasáin[1]) is a small long-uninhabited island off the coast of County Dublin, Ireland. Situated directly north of Howth village and harbour, the island is easily reached by regular seasonal tourist boats, which both circumnavigate it and drop off day trippers. There is a yacht anchorage to the north of it, and kayakers also land.

The island is formed from quartzite and greywackes, and some sandstone, and has soils based on glacial drift. It is home to nationally significant bird populations, notably of guillemots, razorbills, kittiwakes and cormorants, as well as gulls, and also including modest numbers of puffins and peregrine falcons. There is a colony of grey seals, and surrounding waters also host harbour seals and harbour porpoise, while on land there are rats and rabbits. There is a range of plants, including some rare species and some specific to vegetated cliffs. The island has been essentially uninhabited for centuries but holds the ruins of an early church, and a Martello tower.

The Eye is the basis for both a Special Area of Conservation and a Special Protection Area, and is incorporated within the Howth Special Amenity Area, and the Dublin Bay Biosphere, among other designations. It is part of Fingal for administrative purposes, having been moved to County Dublin along with Howth, Sutton, Baldoyle and Kilbarrack, from the jurisdiction of Dublin. The island was for centuries a possession of the archdiocese of Dublin, and then a component of the Howth Estate. It was sold to the Tetrarch investment group as part of a deal finalised in 2019.

(en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ireland%27s_Eye)

Damiano 🇮🇹

August 15, 2023

Ireland's Eye is a small gem, just off the coast of Howth, is a haven for bird lovers. Imagine spotting puffins, cormorants, and even majestic peregrine falcons in their natural habitat. And don't forget the adorable gray seals who lounge around the island's shores.

You can hop on a seasonal tourist boat from Howth Harbour and sail around the island, exploring its rugged coastline and dropping anchor for some kayaking fun.

Ireland's Eye isn't just about wildlife. It's got some cool history too. Ruins of an ancient church and a Martello tower whisper stories of times long past. 🌿🐦

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