Mar 06, 2016 the book of kells and the old library exhibition. Room in trinity college is handsdown one of the best things to do in dublin. The book of kells is displayed at the end of an exhibit titled turning darkness into light which provides historical context for the manuscript. Fasttrack easy access book of kells tour with dublin castle. Situated just off grafton street in the heart of dublin, trinity is perfectly located to explore the city. With over 2000 of the oldest books housed in this gorgeous library, plus the book of kells, the 9th century gospel manuscript, what else could you ask for. Bicycles at trinity college, dublin how to see the book of kells for half price or free. Trinity tour book of kells harry potter shoot location. Trinitys long room library is more magical than hogwarts. The book of kells and the book of armagh, housed in st patricks cathedral church of ireland. The book of kells the book of kells, dating from about 800 ce, is a beautifully decorated manuscript of the four gospels. Magical libraries that look like theyre from harry potter travel. The book of kells the book of kells is a masterpiece of western calligraphy, undoubtedly the finest remaining example of an illuminated manuscript, and one of the most important surviving artifacts from medieval europe.
Even today, surrounded by similarly scaled buildings, it is imposing and dominates the view of the university from nassau street. Jul 11, 2018 prince harry and meghan markles royal wedding 101 photos. The duke and duchess of sussex, prince harry and meghan markle pictured in trinity college after their visit to the book of kells. Long room certainly had the wow factor but not blown. It takes its name from the abbey of kells, the abbey that was home to the manuscript for many years, but now it is on. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin all you. This official guide by the former keeper of manuscripts at the library of trinity college, dublin, where the book of kells is on permanent display, provides fascinating insights into one of the greatest surviving examples of medieval art. Apr 8, 2020 the book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. This article describes the book of kells as a christian text. Harry potter in dublin the book of kells and the old. Generally speaking, the library closes at 1700, though there are some exceptions.
Book of kells colouring book lot harry potter far side gallery 4 beautiful citi. Please boycott trinity college dublin tours and the book of kells in solidarity with students. How much does a trip to ireland cost in 2020 dublin library. The best way to get to the book of kells exhibition is to take public transportation. A download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Meghan vows to return to trinity college library to see. These 20 libraries around the world look like a harry potter set biblioteca real gabinete portugues. Incredible setting with the library used in harry potter. The books of kells exhibition was well done and worth the walk through as well. The librarys prize possession is the book of kells, an illuminated manuscript.
T wo torchwaving security men guard the entrance to the private prep school, founded in 1949 by the duchess dowager headford. A new, free, online course developed by trinity college dublin will allow learners worldwide to explore the history of ireland through the book of kells. This is a manuscript containing the 4 gospels of the new testament written in latin by irish monks in the year 800. Harry potter scene the book of kells and the old library. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin 2020 all. Trinity tour book of kells harry potter shoot location ireland. But despite visiting dublin on numerous occasions, i had never visited one of the most famous books, in one of the most famous libraries, in the world the book of kells in the trinity college library. Prince harry and meghan markle mobbed by fans on dublin tour. It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to the 800.
The book of kells is old and im not talking first harry potter old. Details about book of kells colouring book lot harry potter far side gallery 4 beautiful citi. Book your tickets online for the book of kells and the old library exhibition, dublin. The book of kells exhibition is here as well as the old library, which was used as a base to create the library seen in harry potter films. An oasis of tranquility in the teeming center of dublin, this campus of wide. Harry potter and the book of kells trinity college dublin. The book of kells and the old library exhibition, dublin. The book of kells and trinity college had been on my must see list for years. Book online so you dont have to wait for tickets and try to get there early before the crowds. Harry potter scenes that should not have been cut deleted scenes duration.
The book of kells in the old library, trinity college dublin, irleand. Visitors can explore the collection or simply ogle the architecture in the 200foot long room, which is lined with 200,000 books. Like the long room at trinity college old library in dublin, with its barrelvaulted. Dec 17, 20 the long library and the book of kells exhibit in dublin by christa thompson the old library at trinity college in dublin where the book of kells exhibit permanently lives by christa thompson 20 it is a masterwork of western calligraphy and represents the pinnacle of insular illumination. Apr 17, 20 the book of kells and the old library exhibition.
Apr 24, 2020 the book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. Book of kells colouring book lot harry potter far side. The atmosphere in trinity college is quiet but this is due to the aweinspiring architecture of this library that spans the length of 2 feet. Discover one of the most important highlights of irish heritage on this early access fully guided tour. The university library was impressive they filmed part of the harry potter movies there. We went on the tour of the 500 year old trinity college dublin campus. This tour is the only way to see the book of kells. Visiting the book of kells at trinity college library, dublin. Considered to be irelands greatest national treasure, the book of kells isnt the only.
Going into our visit i honestly did not know much about the book of kells. Trinity colleges incredible home to the book of kells is the one everyone knows, but a mustsee none the less. Aug 15, 2019 after a viking raid which killed many members of their community they moved inland to kells, county meath about 70 kilometers northwest of dublin and continued work on the book. The ultimate dublin to galway road trip worn passports. This illuminated manuscript contains the four gospels of the bibles new testament and other sacred texts, written in latin.
I love losing myself in their pages on a rainy day. Situated just off grafton street in the heart of dublin. Feb 19, 2012 who wouldnt want to explore a library full of magic. In fact, im not even talking the lord of the rings old. Jan 29, 2020 the book of kells is old and im not talking first harry potter old. Take your time here because when you walk into next room with the actual book. You enter a room with large poster size copies of the book of kells and videos explaining more about it. Seeing the book of kells in dublin changes in longitude. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time i comment.
Magical libraries that look like theyre from harry potter. I went on this amazing trip with my lovely language exchange friend tia. Trinity cares more about tourists than its students, and has imposed new extortionate fees that will hit students who are already disadvantaged hardest. Visited trinity college in particular to see the book of kells and visit the great library which was featured in the potter films. Visit the book of kells and the old library exhibition on your trip to. The book of kells is housed in trinity college library, irelands most prestigious university. Enjoy ease of access with online fasttrack ticket entry to the book of kells. Book of kells old library trinity college a must see the. The book of kells is located in the old library, along with the book of durrow, the book of howth and other ancient texts. Be sure to peek at the book of kells, a priceless illuminated manuscript thats housed here. Harry potter the book of kells and the old library.
Subscribe this link opens in a new tab contact us advertise content. Who wouldnt want to explore a library full of magic. Trinity offers iconic meeting and event space, stylish dining and over 600 bedrooms on its historical campus. These eight magical libraries from across the globe look as though they were plucked from the harry potter books. Even our teens felt like they just entered in hogwarts. The book of kells and the book of armagh, housed in st patricks cathedral church of ireland, armagh.
Trinity college library in dublin old books, new books, and the book of. How to see dublins book of kells for free or half price. You can take the dart to either pearse street, tara street or connolly stations, which are all a. Harry potter library trinity college dublin, dublin. The book of kells by bernard meehan, hardcover barnes. It contains the four gospels of the new testament in latin and was believed to be created around 800 ad.
You can take the dart to either pearse street, tara street or connolly stations, which are all a short walk away. The two ways to avoid paying the 10 fee to see the books of kells are as follows to see the book of kells and the old library for half price, visit 30 minutes before the library closes. Located in the heart of the city centre in trinity college dublin, the exhibition displays the book of kells, a. Many people compare the long room in trinity college to the library from harry potter. Visiting the long room at trinity college library in dublin the. Also incorporating the long room, the old library is one of irelands biggest tourist. Harry potter fans will recognise the library the book of.
Also incorporating the long room, the old library is one of irelands biggest tourist attractions, and holds thousands of rare, and in many cases very early, volumes. Hollywoods new wizarding world of harry potter fans of the beloved harry potter series dont have to seek out filming locations though there are a few, like christ church at oxford. Prince harry and meghan markles royal wedding 101 photos. Book of kells out for restoration but still informative tour of this. Discover the book of kells through trinity colleges free online course irish american mom see more. Bbc royal correspondent peter hunt reported via twitter earlier today may 17 that the queens day in dublin also saw her visiting trinity college, where she and prince philip saw the historic book of kells. Trinity college dublin all you need to know before you go.
The librarys prize possession is the book of kells, an illuminated manuscript created by celtic monks around the year 800. If you visit take your time to absorb the information and get the best from the exhibits. The book of kells, or the leabhar cheanannaisi, is an illuminated manuscript of the gospels dating from c. Its detail and exquisite western calligraphy is considered one of the worlds finest examples of medieval art.
While the book of kells is why everybody visits this library, it is nice to soak in the atmosphere of the long room, which feels you are transported to the library at hogwarts in harry potter movies. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of kells. It is a jaw dropping room and a must see while in dublin. The tour takes 35 minutes and covers the history of trinity college as well as the book of kells. The guide gave a lot of information out in a light hearted manner and kept us interested throughout. Long room certainly had the wow factor but not blown away by the book of kells exhibition. The tour of the book of kells and dublin castle plus a very informative walk between the two places made for a fascinating couple of hours. The book of kells exhibit is located on the campus of trinity college in the heart of dublin. You will explore the 9th book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning.
The old library with the book of kells is always of interest but the long room is not to be missed one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. Oct 28, 2016 how to get to the book of kells exhibit. London hundreds of wellwishers turned out to catch a glimpse of prince harry and his wife, the former actress meghan markle, as they. Take me away 23 old libraries, trinity college dublin, college. Jan 22, 2014 during our trip to dublin we spent some time checking out the book of kells and trinity college. I had heard it mentioned more times than i can count but was not sure what it was, how big it was and why it was so important. It makes you feel as if you are at hogwarts from harry potter. A walk around trinity college in dublin, inside the narrow room library and outside the building that houses the book of kells subscribe like, comment and subscribe for more. A pipe bomb was found on a dublin bound passenger bus just hours before the queens visit. Famed as the home to the book of kells, this room is surrounded by. The book of kells was completed back in 800 ad, and is widely regarded as. Dublin has several of those wonderfully musty oldworld libraries that look like theyre lifted straight from harry potter.
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