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Grand Canal Sea Locks

Grand Canal Sea Locks

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Grand Canal Sea Locks

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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1. Grand Canal Sea Locks – Dodder Buoy loop from North Wall

3.01km

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2. Grand Canal Sea Locks – Bord Gáis Energy Theatre loop from North Wall

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3. Bord Gáis Energy Theatre – Grand Canal Sea Locks loop from Ringsend

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Bumble-Bee

November 9, 2022

You can cross on a narrow path across the gates of the old lock.

Damiano 🇮🇹

August 21, 2023

Dating back to 1796, a trio of sea locks stand as a testament to Dublin's maritime history. These locks connect Grand Canal Dock with the River Liffey, marking a vital link in the city's waterways. Hewn from tooled granite, their imposing presence is adorned with inscribed names and dates, a living record etched in stone.

The design by William Jessop, an engineering feat, allowed the docks to embrace both the tidal currents of the River Liffey and the still waters of the canal. Westmoreland Lock, named after an English viceroy, catered to canal boats, while Camden and Buckingham Locks welcomed larger ocean vessels. The names hold echoes of the past, evoking a time when these locks played a crucial role in Dublin's bustling trade.

Though the tides of time have rendered some obsolete, Buckingham and Westmoreland Locks still bear witness. The craftsmanship of these locks, adorned with inscribed letters and elegant coping, is a nod to Ireland's engineering prowess. Even as modernity transforms the cityscape, these locks stand as guardians of history, reminding us of the synergy between human ingenuity and the ever-flowing waters of the River Liffey. 🌊🔒⚓

Damiano 🇮🇹

August 21, 2023

Nestled at the entrance where the Grand Canal Dock meets the River Liffey, this old sign stands as a relic, a silent witness to the bustling history of the Grand Canal Docks.

Back in 1796, the Grand Canal Docks emerged as a grand achievement, proudly bearing the title of the world's largest docks. A hub of activity, these docks were a lifeline for trade and commerce. However, as the years rolled on, their glory waned. By the 1960s, the once-thriving Grand Canal Docks had succumbed to dereliction, a fading echo of their former vitality.

Today, the old sign stands as a bridge between eras, a portal to a time when these docks were at the heart of Dublin's maritime pulse. Its weathered appearance holds the whispers of forgotten stories. 🚢🏞️🔗

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Grand Canal Sea Locks

1. Grand Canal Sea Locks – Dodder Buoy loop from North Wall

2. Grand Canal Sea Locks – Bord Gáis Energy Theatre loop from North Wall

3. Bord Gáis Energy Theatre – Grand Canal Sea Locks loop from Ringsend

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