Poolbeg Lighthouse, Dublin

Name: Poolbeg Lighthouse
Address: Great South Wall, Dublin, Ireland

#95 among attractions in Dublin

Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse

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Poolbeg Lighthouse is an active aid to navigation at the mouth of the River Liffey, near Poolbeg in Dublin, Ireland. First established in 1767, it initially operated on candlepower but this was changed to oil in 1786. It was re-designed and re-built into its present form in 1820. ()

Coordinates: 53°20'32"N, 6°9'5"W

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Great South WallDublin Ireland

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Poolbeg Lighthouse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Royal Dublin Golf Club, Saint Anne's Park, North Bull Lighthouse, North Bank Lighthouse.

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