Dublin (Baile Átha Cliath)

Although some parts of Dublin retain a drab and peculiarly quaint ambiance, the Irish capital has a new found reputation as a vibrant and youthful city. The River Liffey divides Dublin's split personality of the traditional working class neighbourhoods north of the river and the trendy shopping and nightlife areas south of the Liffey.

This youthful façade characterised by the Temple Bar area is set against a traditional backdrop of old Ireland that has enchanted travellers for years before the city became the latest weekend getaway for young Londoners and Parisians.