Royal Canal, Historic waterway in Dublin, Ireland
The Royal Canal extends 146 kilometers from Dublin's North Strand Road to the Shannon River, featuring multiple locks and stone bridges along its path.
Construction of the Royal Canal began in 1790 and required 27 years to complete, with a total cost of £1,421,954 leading to the Royal Canal Company's bankruptcy.
The canal path passes by Croke Park stadium and includes a statue of poet Brendan Behan, who wrote extensively about this waterway in his works.
Visitors can access the canal's walking trail from Newcomen Bridge near Connolly Station, with multiple entry points throughout Dublin's northern districts.
At Broom Bridge, mathematician William Rowan Hamilton carved his quaternion formula into the stone in 1843, marking a significant moment in mathematical history.
Location: Dublin
Inception: 1790
GPS coordinates: 53.35000,-6.23333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:58
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