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The Spire of Dublin (Monument of Light)

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The Spire of Dublin (Monument of Light)

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The Spire of Dublin (Monument of Light)

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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1. St Stephen's Green – Christ Church Cathedral loop from Grand Canal Dock

12.7km

03:16

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. O'Connell Bridge – Trinity College Dublin loop from Grangegorman

2.84km

00:45

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. St Stephen's Green – Trinity College Dublin loop from Tara Street

4.09km

01:03

20m

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Jürgen

February 23, 2018

Since 2003, the approximately 120-meter-high needle stands on the intersection O'Connel Street / Henry Street, exactly on the place of the 1966 IRA blown up Nelson column. Actually, the Spire should be set up at the Millennium, but the schedule has been delayed a bit.

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Damiano 🇮🇹

May 26, 2023

The Spire of Dublin (also known as the Monument of Light) is a really cool sculpture that stands tall in the heart of Dublin's city center.

It's essentially a giant stainless steel spike that measures over 120 meters in height, making it one of the tallest structures in the city.

The Spire was erected in 2003 as part of a redevelopment project, and it's become a major landmark and meeting point for both tourists and locals alike. Some people think it looks like a giant needle or a rocket ship, but regardless of what you see, it's definitely worth checking out!

When the Spire was first unveiled, it was originally supposed to be called the "Millennium Spike," as it was erected in 2003 to commemorate the new millennium. However, many Dubliners quickly started referring to it as the "Stiletto in the Ghetto," due to its location in a formerly run-down part of the city. The name has stuck, and the Spire is still known by this playful moniker today.

Lisa im Ländle

February 23, 2022

The Spire is a monument and landmark of Dublin, the capital of Ireland. The Spire is officially called the Monument of Light and in Irish An Túr Solais. The 121.2 meter high stainless steel needle has stood in the middle of O'Connell Street since 2003 and is illuminated at night.

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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The Spire of Dublin (Monument of Light)

1. St Stephen's Green – Christ Church Cathedral loop from Grand Canal Dock

2. O'Connell Bridge – Trinity College Dublin loop from Grangegorman

3. St Stephen's Green – Trinity College Dublin loop from Tara Street

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