Believed to be created in 800 ad the book of kells is a beautifully designed and illuminated book of gospels from the new testament. Book of kells early access and dublin castle guided tour 2020. The dublin pass is a sightseeing package which grants visitors free entry to over 30 top attractions, museums and monuments in dublin, as well as a free 24 hour hop on hop off bus tour. Meath, ireland, the book was brought there after the monastic community on iona. Does anyone know if the book of kells library is open on sundays. There are fantastic informational displays leading into the book of kells. Jan 22, 2014 book of kells is the first exhibit you enter. The star of the show is the book of kells, a breathtaking, illuminated manuscript of the four gospels of the new testament, created around ad 800 by monks on the scottish island of iona, but more stunning still is the 65m long room, the librarys main chamber, which houses around 200,000. Prices of popular attractions that arent covered by the dublin pass. 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. It was created by celtic monks circa 800 or slightly earlier. The old library and the book of kells is a lovely library thats often crowded. Meath, ireland, the book was brought there after the monastic community on iona fled raids in the early ninth century. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours.
Go see a part of irish history in trinity college dublin with the book of kells exhibition and old library. Dublin to kells 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car. Flashing this little green card has saved us both time and money as we explored. The star of the show is the book of kells, a breathtaking, illuminated manuscript of the four gospels of the new testament, created around ad 800 by monks on the scottish island of iona, but more stunning still is the 65m long room, the librarys main chamber, which houses around 200,000 of the librarys oldest volumes. Six book of kells cards smallformat card books cards. While the book of kells would be justly famous for its age alone, its renowned for its spectacular artwork. Save money and time with the exclusive dublin pass thats valid for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days, and. One thing to note is the area around the book of kells is not huge. The book is a masterwork of western calligraphy and represents the. The book of kells holds a special place in the history of western art as a crowning achievement of the insular manuscript tradition. Top 10 dublin hotels near the book of kells ireland. Each of the 30 cards is illustrated with an exquisite detail from the book of kells, now in the collection of trinity college library dublin.
Framed prints in a range of sizes, styles and frame colors. Unique artwork for posting words of wisdom or decorating your wall, fridge or office. Included in the dublin pass is a detailed guidebook packed full of information about the attractions included, as well as maps of the city and helpful tips and directions. I know you can book tickets online but these are for a specific time slot, which wont work for us as we have tours outside dublin and may not make it. Situated just off grafton street in the heart of dublin, trinity is perfectly located to explore the city. Youll also get to skip the lines at some of the biggest attractions including the guinness storehouse, saving you valuable time on your trip. Find all the transport options for your trip from dublin to kells right here. The beyond the book of kells lecture series is lead by dr mark faulkner of trinity colleges school of english. The book of kells, dublin tourist information dublin. 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. Then, tour dublin castle to gain insight into irish history spanning 3 millennia.
Housed within the old library building, the book of kells is a precious 9th century manuscript, featuring an exquisite combination of ornate latin text and intricate illuminations. Folio129v contains symbols of the four evangelists. You will explore the 9th book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning. After a viking raid, the book was moved to kells, ireland, sometime in the 9th century.
I am doing some research into ticket options for trinity collegebook of kells on their website which shows they offer a regular ticket at the door for 10 or online fast track ticket for for old library exhibition and book of kells then i found a link on their website for the trinity college tour which is a scheduled 35 minute guided tour of the four squares of the campus followed. The book of kellsold library exhibition at trinity college for instance will be closed 23rd december to 4th january. Beat the crowds for earlyaccess to the old library in trinity college to get an upclose look at this celebrated text. The book is a major dublin attraction and attracts many travelers, particularly during summer. I am doing some research into ticket options for trinity collegebook of kells on their website. Trinity is one of the oldest universities in the world and one of the most beautiful, with its imposing buildings and leafy grounds in the heart of dublin city. A large, lavish gospel, such as the book of kells, would have been left on the high altar of the church and taken off only for the reading of the gospel during mass. It was painstakingly written by a group of columban monks around the year 800. Enjoy ease of access with online fasttrack ticket entry to the book of kells.
Trinity college dublin is the oldest university in ireland, founded in 1592 by queen elizabeth i and famous for its graduates such as swift, goldsmith, wilde and beckett. Located in the heart of dublin city, a walk through the cobbled stones of trinity college dublin will bring visitors back to the 18th century, when the magnificent old library building was constructed. It is a text of the four gospels in latin, employing expert calligraphy and decoration, rare colors, and other embellishments that make it a true work of. Located in the heart of the city centre in trinity college dublin, the exhibition displays the book of kells, a 9th century manuscript that documents the four.
Beautifully handmade for you out of the finest materials and archival quality papers. This is a wonderful place to visit especially if you love books and libraries. Book your tickets online for the book of kells and the old library exhibition, dublin. A box of twenty beautifullyproduced notecards featuring details from the magnificent book of kells. With free entry to over 30 of dublin s top attractions, the dublin pass makes sense for those who will visit 2 or 3 spots a day. Get 2 off your entry to the historic book of kells exhibition and old library at trinity college dublin. The book of kells site is open daily with varying hours by season may to september.
Dublin card official site save on top attractions in dublin with our complete sightseeing pass. The book of kells contains the four gospels in latin based on the vulgate text which st jerome completed in 384ad, intermixed with readings from the earlier old latin translation. It is held as part of the manuscript, print, and book cultures research theme, in association with the trinity long room hub, the faculty of arts, humanities, and social sciences, and the library of trinity college dublin. Fully guided visit of th century dublin castle exterior and gardens. The book of kells and trinity college had been on my must see list for years. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. We will be in dublin next month over a weekend and want to visit trinity college and library. Ticket prices are reduced by 15% during this period. The book of kells, one of irelands great treasures is also a european cultural icon, and is among our top ten tourist attractions. The gospel texts are prefaced by other texts, including canon tables, or concordances of gospel passages common to two. Its astounding that this place has over 200,000 of the the librarys oldest books. Save a ton of money with this digital dublin pass, which includes admission. I love losing myself in their pages on a rainy day. Customize your book of kells print with hundreds of different frames and mats, if desired.
Trinity college old library and book of kells exhibition. Rome2rio displays up to date schedules, route maps, journey times and estimated fares from relevant transport operators, ensuring you can make. Our guidebook is an excellent resource to help visitors to dublin plan the perfect trip. Named after the abbey of kells, some forty miles north of dublin, where it was held for.
Its in a welcoming neighborhood well known for its great entertainment and bars. Apr 19, 20 the book of kells, one of irelands great treasures is also a european cultural icon, and is among our top ten tourist attractions. Each book of kells art print is produced using archival inks, ships within 48 hours, and comes with a 30day money back guarantee. You can read more about the dublin pass in the top questions about dublin section on the right hand side of the dublin forum. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. It is irelands most precious medieval artifact and is generally considered the finest surviving illuminated manuscript to have been produced in medieval europe. The manuscript takes its name from the abbey of kells in county meath that was its home for centuries. It was created in a columban monastery in either britain or ireland and may have had. High quality book of kells inspired framed prints by independent artists and designers from around the world. The book of kells, one of great treasures of medieval europe, is an illuminated manuscript gospel book in latin, containing four gospels of new testament matthew, mark, luke and john together with various prefatory texts and tables. The long room and the exhibition remain open for visitors.
The book of kells is irelands greatest cultural treasure and the worlds. Whether a rousing account of the history of women in the college, or a lushly illustrated coffee table edition, trinitys book collection will both exhilarate and delight. The book of kells is a beautifully handilluminated manuscript, containing the four gospels of the new testament as well as various prefatory texts and tables bound in four volumes. It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to the 800. Discover one of the most important highlights of irish heritage on this early access fully guided tour. Nov 05, 2015 arguably the most famous artifact on display in dublin is the book of kells also known as the book of columba at trinity college. Books the rich history of trinity college dublin makes for compelling reading.
It is indeed an interesting place to explore and spend some time at. Trinitys greatest treasures are found within the old library, built by thomas burgh between 1712 and 1732. It is held as part of the manuscript, print, and book cultures research theme, in association with the trinity long room hub, the faculty of arts, humanities, and. Dublin tourism dublin hotels dublin bed and breakfast dublin holiday rentals dublin holiday packages flights to dublin dublin restaurants dublin attractions dublin travel forum. For those who like to enjoy a more cultural or literary break, a trip to the trinity college library where the famous book of kells is housed, is a must. Confusion over trinity collegebook of kells tours dublin. High quality book of kells inspired greeting cards by independent artists and designers from around the world. Six book of kells cards small format card books grafton, carol belanger on.
You simply cant travel to the capital of ireland without the book of kells being mentioned. Today, it is on permanent display at the trinity college library, dublin. It was stolen in the 11th century, at which time its cover was torn off and it was thrown into a ditch. Most people visit primarily to see the famous book of kells, just one of a wonderful collection of precious books in the old library. The book of kells was probably produced in a monastery on the isle of iona, scotland, to honor saint columba in the early 8th century. Visitor attractions include the old library and the book of kells exhibition, gift shop, science gallery, zoological museum and cafes. Named after the abbey of kells, some forty miles north of dublin, where it was held for centuries, the book of kells was produced around the year 800 ce, probably in both scotland and ireland. Located in the heart of the city centre in trinity college dublin, the exhibition displays the book of kells, a. Review of the dublin pass, which offers free admission to 33 top attractions. 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.
The dublin pass is a sightseeing city card which allows visitors to experience everything dublin has to offer whilst saving both time and money. Together with the gospels of lindisfarne and the book of durrow, i would say that the book of kells is one of the. Orient with an included digital guide book with maps and tips. The library provides the following benefits to alumni. Shop for book of kells art prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands.
Get the freedom of the city of dublin with the 3 day dodublin travel card. Ive used sightseeing cards like the london pass and the omnia vatican and. Dublin dublin has many places of interest and attractions to make a visit to irelands capital city a memorable one. May 19, 2020 the book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. St matthew is represented by the man, st mark by the lion, st luke by the calf and st john by the eagle. The dublin pass does not include the visit to the book of kells. Heritage cards are annual cards which give you unlimited access to sites under the care of heritage ireland part of the irish governments office of public works or opw for one year from the date of first usage.
We had to wait for a few minutes before we were able to get close to the display. The book of kells at trinity college and kilmainham gaol. Created in the years around 800, it survived viking raids and the theft of its jeweled covers. As part of the package the dublin pass gives customers a 90 page free guidebook with every order. Rome2rio makes travelling from dublin to kells easy. The magnificent book of kells is widely regarded as irelands most valuable national treasure. Trinity college librarybook of kells and kilmainham gaol. Dublin travel guide your sightseeing pass to dublin. Admission to the treasury to view the book of kells, entrance to the exhibition turning darkness into light and a fully guided visit to the old library of trinity college. As part of ongoing conservation plans for the old library, the book of kells has been removed from public display until march 2020. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. Nov 22, 2019 the book of kells is a stunningly beautiful manuscript containing the four gospels.
The dublin pass includes free entry to over 30 top attractions, monuments and museums, as well as wide range of additional discounts and dining offers. Book of kells, dublin ticket price timings address. The library is like a piece of heaven on earth for book lovers of course and also for others as it is exceptionally calm and informative. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin, ireland. Beat the crowds early access to the treasury to view the incredible book of kells and the old library. Dublin pass is giving away a free digital copy of its 90 page guidebook packed with useful information about the city and its top attractions. The old library and the book of kells exhibition is a must see on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. If youre looking for things to see and do in the area, you might like to visit grafton street and dublin castle. Visiting the book of kells at trinity college library, dublin. Seeing the book of kells in dublin changes in longitude. Fasttrack access book of kells and dublin castle tour.
The book of kells here, is a manuscript of the gospel. 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. With other benefits like fast track entry included, its the best way to explore dublin, saving both time and. We had to wait for a few minutes before we were able to. Trinity offers iconic meeting and event space, stylish dining and over 600 bedrooms on its historical campus.
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