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Jürgen
February 23, 2018
Hiking
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
Hiking
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 …
It's essentially a giant …
Lisa im Ländle
February 23, 2022
Hiking
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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