Don't miss this museum. It's so nice. The exhibits and lectures are unique, and the setting is phenominal. The garden for Dublin Castle is right next door. Beautiful. p.s. the cafeteria at Chester Beatty is excellent. more
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Situated in the heart of Ireland's capital city, the Chester Beatty Library is an art museum and library which houses the great collection of...
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Situated in the heart of Ireland's capital city, the Chester Beatty Library is an art museum and library which houses the great collection of manuscripts, miniature paintings, prints, drawings, rare books and some decorative arts assembled by Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875-1968). The Library's exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. Its rich collection from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe offers visitors a visual feast. Chester Beatty Library was named Irish Museum of the year in 2000 and was awarded the title European Museum of the Year in 2002.
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Attraction type: Library,
Art gallery
Address: Clock Tower Building
Dublin Castle Dublin 2
Ireland
Dublin Castle Dublin 2
Ireland
Tel: 353 1 407 0750
Fax: 353 1 407 0760
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5 Aug 2005
5/5 found this review helpful
If you are coming to Dublin and are even vaguely interested in museums, definitely make your way to this place. It's accessible through the entrance to Dublin Castle on Dame Street. If you continue past the courtyard of the Castle, round the back of the old Tower you will see the serene and pleasant gardens of Dublin Castle. Beside this... more
3 Aug 2005
11/11 found this review helpful
The Chester Beatty Library, situated on the grounds of Dublin Castle, is by far the best museum in the capital. It houses and displays a staggering amount of beautifully illustrated books and manuscripts, some fragments of biblical text dating back to the 2nd Century. Perhaps what's most special about the museum is the interweaving and parity of esteem given to... more
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Clock Tower Building | Dublin Castle, Dublin 2, Ireland
Tel: 353 1 407 0750
Fax: 353 1 407 0760
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