Cheers To The Temple Bar District!

The Temple Bar in Dublin, Ireland

     Typically, when people envision Ireland, they think about rolling green hills, or charming castles slowly crumbling with time.  how about a warm and gleeful pub full of traditional Irish music and pint after pint of outstanding ale.  For many, this is the most authentic way to experience "The Emerald Isle" and its charismatic people, and what better place to experience this, than The Temple Bar District.

     The Temple Bar is a rowdy, rambuncious and fun loving neighborhood located in the heart of Dublin. It is a treasure trove of great bars, good eateries, and fascinating people.  The place started out as an unloading dock for the city, but as tidal mud flats were reclaimed from by the city it became a bohemian style neighborhood.  This influx of artistic individuals with unique perspectives lead to the development of theaters, art galleries, trendy restaurants, and above all else, lively pubs. 

     If you are looking for that quintessential Irish experience then go bar hoping in The Temple Bar.  If you go earlier in the evening than you will discover that these pubs will be very subdued and thus you will simply not have the same experience as you will have later in the evening.  To truly get the genuine experience than start out after 8 P.M.  Now, if you are not into the partying scene or simply want to save a few euros, than hit the early bird specials.  Many of these wonderful restaurants and pubs in The Temple Bar offer buy one get one frees or three course menu's at bargain rates.  So you can save some decent money on an exceptional meal by eating early.  Now if you are interested in seeing Dublin at its prime than start strolling down Fleet Street at around around eight and see which of the plethora of pubs are starting to gear up.  You will quickly notice that many of the bars will have musicians playing great and authentic tunes.  These are not your typically payed musicians, but rather locals who have come down for a good time and a few pints for themselves.  Once you find a pub that seems to catch your fancy than you have another big decision to make.  For the wallflower types, you may want to grab a table and sit back and let the real Ireland unfold before your eyes.  Now if you are more of the outgoing type, than stand at the bar.  Here locals will enthusiastically approach you and start up the most interesting of conversations.  What a magnificent way to get a new perspective on a fascinating culture while savoring a full bodied Guinness.  Who knows, you may even build some lasting friendships. 

     So no mater if you are a wallflower or a social butterfly, you should head down to a pub in The Temple Bar District for some delicious food, exceptional libations, incredible live entertainment, and great company, as you absorb the culture of this endearing land.

For some great pub music check out this link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UY11m0d3Bjs

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