Ship on the Liffey

Ship on the Liffey
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TALL SHIP ON THE LIFFEY (Dublin, Ireland)

TALL SHIP ON THE LIFFEY (Dublin, Ireland)
Originally uploaded by infomatique

Majestic tall ships, lively street theatre, uplifting music and a colourful outdoor market - the Docklands Maritime Festival will have something for everybody this June Bank Holiday weekend. With over 55,000 visitors flocking to last year's Festival, this year's event offers even more for all the family. A spectacular fleet of tall ships; exciting maritime-related street theatre and musical entertainment performed by Waterford-based arts group Spraoi; Dublin's largest outdoor market offering fine food, clothing, jewellery and plants; and boat trips along the river are just some of the delights awaiting visitors. So set sail for Docklands this June Bank Holiday!

SHIP'S FIGUREHEAD

SHIP'S FIGUREHEAD
Originally uploaded by infomatique

The figurehead embodied the spirit of a ship and was originally believed to placate the gods of the sea and ensure a safe voyage. Almost every prow had a carved figure looking down at the waves, and the variety was immense.