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James Joyce Tower & Museum

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1. Sandycove Beach – Dún Laoghaire Harbour loop from Dún Laoghaire Mallin

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2. Forty Foot Swimming Spot – Sandycove Beach loop from Dalkey

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3. Sandycove Beach – Killiney Hill and Obelisk loop from Sandycove and Glasthule

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Damiano 🇮🇹

September 4, 2023

Nestled in the charming coastal town of Sandycove, the James Joyce Museum housed in the iconic Martello Tower is a must-visit for literary enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

This historic Martello Tower, one of many built along the Irish coastline during the 19th century to guard against potential Napoleonic invasions, gained literary fame when James Joyce set the opening scene of his masterpiece, "Ulysses," within its stout stone walls.

Each floor of the tower has been meticulously restored to capture the atmosphere of Joyce's era. Original letters, photographs, and personal possessions of the author are on display, offering a glimpse into his life and work. The top of the tower provides breathtaking panoramic views of Dublin Bay. 📚🌊🏰

Sven

August 2, 2023

James Joyce shot. He stayed for six days in 1904 with his friend and fellow artist St. John Gogarty in the Martello Tower here in Dun Laoghaire. The story is a bit confused: an acquaintance of Gogarty also lived in the tower and had bad dreams. Black panthers grabbed him, Trench started screaming, woke up, grabbed his revolver and fired a few shots into the fireplace. A few hours later, Trench had another bad dream and screamed. Gogarty yelled "leave him to me" and shot pans on the board above Joyce's cot. Joyce became alarmed and left the tower the next day. With this scene begins the Ulysses...

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Mickey en Camino 🥾🇪🇺🚲

May 14, 2025

The Martello Towers, built over 100 times on the coast of Ireland to protect the country from Napoleon's fleet and army. Napoleon never made it across the sea, and the towers subsequently stood empty for well over 100 years until the British sold or rented them out.

Joyce never wanted to move in here, but at the time he lacked the means to make a choice...

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

James Joyce Tower & Museum

1. Sandycove Beach – Dún Laoghaire Harbour loop from Dún Laoghaire Mallin

2. Forty Foot Swimming Spot – Sandycove Beach loop from Dalkey

3. Sandycove Beach – Killiney Hill and Obelisk loop from Sandycove and Glasthule

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