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By Gillian O’Brien\n \t\t<\/p>

2023-07-22 06:03:01<\/p>

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In episode three of our series exploring the sights and stories of Europe\u2019s most fascinating, enduring and historic destinations, travel journalist Paul Bloomfield is joined by historian and author Dr Gillian O\u2019Brien for a trip around Dublin.<\/p>\n

Although the Irish capital may be famous today for its nightlife and literature, it has experienced more than its fair share of conflict and oppression, as well as periods of great cultural and religious flourishing. Together, Gillian and Paul chart Dublin\u2019s settlement, invasion, culture and its long fight for independence, highlighting top tourist destinations and travel tips along the way.<\/p>\n

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