Powerscourt
House and Gardens is located in a stunning natural setting
at Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, approximately 45 minutes from
Dublin city centre. A magnificent period home dating from
mid 18th century, overlooking wonderful terraced gardens
and an ornamental lake, Powerscourt House was partially
destroyed by fire in 1974. A long restoration project ensued
during which the ballroom and the garden rooms were rebuilt.
Depart
Dublin City Centre for Powerscourt, Enjoying the stunning
avenue of ancient beech trees on the final approach to the
house. Powerscourt is a magnificent example of an aristocratic
garden with Italian and Japanese themes, herbaceous borders,
ornamental lakes, splendid statuary, decorative ironwork,
a pets' cemetery and an extensive tree collection. Laid
out in the 1840's with flair, knowledge and imagination,
it is probably the last garden of its size and quality ever
to have been created.
On site
at Powerscourt is also Ireland's premier shopping emporium
"Avoca Hand Weavers".
Route
- South east through Dun Laoghaire and Dalkey home to Bono
U2, Enya, Van Morisson, we will also stop at the James Joyce
museum, and a visit to Dalkey castle can be arranged if
required. (Charged Locally) |
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