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War Memorial Gardens (Dublin), Dublin 8

War Memorial Gardens (Dublin)

Islandbridge
Dublin 8
County Dublin
Tel: +353(0) 1 647 2498
Website: click here

These gardens are one of the most famous memorial gardens in Europe. They are dedicated to the memory of 49,400 Irish soldiers who died in the 1914 1918 war. The names of all the soldiers are contained in the granite bookrooms in the Gardens. These gardens are not only a place of remembrance but are also of architectural interest and of great beauty. Designed by the famous architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944), they are one of four Gardens in this country designed by him. The others being Heywood Gardens, Lambay Island and those in Howth Castle. Sunken rose gardens, herbaceous borders and extensive tree planting make for an enjoyable visit to the Gardens in any season.

Facilities
Car park close to site.

Directions
South Circular Road. Islandbridge. Entrance from Con Colbert Rd and South Circular Rd.

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