We booked a formal tour of Trinity College Library and the Book of Kells this morning. We were the first group let in when the library opened so had optimum viewing of the vellum created circa 800 AD. Of course, no pictures allowed of the scripture books but we were free to take as many snaps as we wanted without a flash in the Long Room. Imagine walking up a set of stairs, you turn, the smell of old books starts to permeate the air, your eyes see this, and you hear a fellow tourist state, “Well this looks like somethin’ out of a Harry Potter movie.”
After a walking tour of Dublin Castle, we sat down for lunch at Chez Max, a cozy little bistro.
Then back to see the State Apartments at the castle and a closer inspection of the grounds.
Tomorrow we pick up a car and start our drive around the coast. Driver and navigator are meditating for peace before we attempt to conquer the wrong side of the road.
Tried to leave a comment on yesterday’s post but I don’t think I was successful…a little challenged. Thanks for sharing your trip through pictures. I’ve read each post and daily check on your adventures. Thanks.
Magnificent!
Love the history and beauty of the library, must be awesome to stand and look up….have fun with your challenge of driving on the opposite of the road!