Nothing is more relaxing than walking along nature’s haven. The view of exquisite nature display and the solitary atmosphere offered by the subtle rustling of leaves with the wind’s harmony make the St. Stephen’s Green a perfect tourist destination in Dublin. But there’s more than just these.

Dublin, Ireland is known for its imposing parks and gardens. One of the most popular garden attractions in Dublin is the St. Stephen’s Green. Located just within Dublin City centre, St. Stephen’s Green has become a famous hangout for tourists and visitors who wish to be one with nature and appreciate the natural beauty of the garden.

The area is lined with excellent landscape dotted with eye catching flowerbeds, trees, and several varieties of plants. St. Stephen’s Green is designed as a Victorian park and among the several parks in Dublin, Ireland, it stands out as one of the best.

Garden For The Blinds

There are several attractions in St. Stephen’s Green. The 22 acres garden is filled with a lot of nature’s surprises. At the North West Corner of the park, you will see the garden for the blinds. In here it isn’t the colour nor the way the plants are arranged that matter. Its visitors won’t be able to admire the beauty of the plants in their physical structures.

However, visitors to the garden for the blinds will have the chance to admire the strong scent of nature. The labels are also using the Braille system for the blinds. This way, the blinds will be able to identify the plants on the garden.

St. Stephen’s Green Attractions

St. Stephen’s Green is not the ordinary garden park where you can just stroll a few minutes and you’re done. There are just so much to explore in St. Stephen’s Green. At the north side of the garden, there is a lake which houses ducks and waterfowls. There is an artificial waterfall that adds more appeal to the place.

At the southern area of the garden, tourists and visitors can rest awhile or engage in chit chats in the open meadow. The area is perfect for picnics and relaxation. During summer times, there are several lunchtime concerts here in St. Stephen’s Green. So when you are here on summer, never fail to catch the concerts.

St. Stephen’s Green is also the home of several statues representing some of Ireland’s well celebrated names. The likes of Yeats, James Joyce, Theobald Wolfe Tone, and Robert Emmet are honoured here at St. Stephen’s Green through their statues.

There are just so much to do and to explore in St. Stephen’s Green. A day will not be enough for someone who seeks for nature satisfaction and enjoyment.

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