Dublin Castle, Ireland

The capital of Ireland, Dublin, is definitely a city that does not lack attractions. Undoubtedly, however, the most important is Dublin Castle. The heart of the old part of the city beats precisely in this castle. The palace is located on Dame Street and is today the main seat of the Irish government. In the past, somewhere until around 1922, when Ireland already had the status of a free state, Dublin Castle served as the headquarters of the British authorities in the country.
The history of Dublin Castle begins in 1204. At that time, King John erected the first building on the site of today's palace - a Norman defensive fortress. Today, the southeast tower, which is the oldest medieval tower in the city, has been preserved from it. In Tudor times this tower was used as a prison.
The Great Hall of Dublin Castle was also built in the Middle Ages, being used for sittings of Parliament, court cases or banquets. The large warehouse existed only in 1673, when it was destroyed by fire. It is a miracle that Dublin Castle remained intact during the Irish freedom riots of the 1920s.
In its present form, Dublin Castle has existed since the 18th century. In general, the palace is a remarkable work of medieval architecture, in which several styles of construction are combined at the same time. In its interior, the Seine Park Hall or the Throne Hall is of interest.
The palace also houses the Chester Beatty Library, which doubles as an art museum. The collection of rare books, miniatures, drawings and manuscripts was assembled by Sir Alfred Chester Beatty. The museum hosts international exhibitions that enjoy huge interest.