Quay, the view from which is fine. Those who desire may cross here by ferry-boat, and visit the Docks and also the Custom House, which is in view on the opposite side.

Having made this promenade, which includes most of the objects of interest in the city, the tourist, starting again from Sackville-street, for Phoenix-park, will pass on his way the few objects which remain unvisited. Turning out of Sackville street, and following the river, we pass Wellington, Essex, and Richmond bridges, and, on King's Inn Quay, reach the FOUR COURTS, an imposing pile, in which the courts of justice are held. The river façade is 450 feet in length. The Park contains 1,750 acres, of which 1,300 are open to the public. Not far from the entrance is the Wellington Testimonial, erected in 1817 by the citizens of Dublin. It is a quadrangular obelisk of granite. On each side of the pedestal are sunken panels with representations in metal, in relief, one representing Wellington crowned with laurel, the others representing scenes in the military life of the great commander. The obelisk is 205 feet high, and cost £20,000. The Zoological Garden in the north-east part of the park contains a small collection only. The residence of the LordLieutenant, called "The Lodge,' is in the park; and on the south side is a military school, at which 400 boys, sons of soldiers, are educated.

ROUTE 5.

CORK TO LIMERICK.*

63 miles; first class, 11s.; second, 8s. 2d.; third, 4s. 9d.

HE route is the same as that to Killarney (Route 3) as far as Mallow Junction. At CHARLE VILLE (Route 4) the tourist quits the Cork and Dublin line, taking the Cork and Limerick Direct Railway, and proceeding direct to Limerick by Bruree (which possesses the ruins of a strong fortress enclosed by a rampart wall), Croom and Patrick's Well. There is little of interest on the route until we reach LIMERICK (Hotel : Cruise's).

Population in 1877, 42,476. It is situated on the River Shannon, and comprises the old and new town. The older portion is divided into the Irish Town and the English Town, and the new town is called Newton Pery. The latter has been built chiefly within the present century, and possesses many fine buildings, streets, and squares. The streets of the old town are for the most part narrow, and the houses have a decayed and dilapidated appearance, and present a striking contrast with those of Newton Pery.

Limerick is associated with many events of historic interest. It was taken by the Danes in the 9th century. At the end of the 10th century it was conquered by Brian Boroimhe, and became tributary to the King of Munster. In 1210 King John visited Lime

Passengers proceeding from Dublin to Limerick leave the main line at Limerick Junction (see Route 4).

and near together. The cathedral was commenced as far back as the last of the 12th century, by Donald O'Brien, King of Limerick; but little of the original structure remains. It is now in process of restoration. One of the chapels contains the tombs of the Earls of Limerick, and in the chancel is an elaborate monument of manycoloured marbles of the Earl of Thomond. The church possesses a fine chime of bells. The view from the tower is very fine.

The castle was built in the reign of King John, and even in its

At one end of Thomond Bridge is the famous "Treaty Stone," on which was signed, on the 3rd of November, 1691, the treaty between the commander of the Irish force, which occupied the town, and General Ginkell, or de Ginkel, the English commander, by which it was provided that the Roman Catholics should enjoy the same religious privileges they had enjoyed in the reign of Charles II., and that William and Mary would endeavour to secure them immunity from disturbance on account of their religion. This article was

never carried into effect; Limerick is known therefore as "the city of the violated treaty." The city depends largely upon the manufacture of flax. It is celebrated for the production of fishhooks of excellent quality, and for the manufacture of leather gloves, the material of which is so thin that a pair may easily be placed in the shell of a walnut. It has a considerable trade in butter and other provisions. Vessels of 600 tons can lie at the quays. The commerce of the city is increasing.

ROUTE 6.

DUBLIN TO BELFAST.

112 miles; first class, 20s.; second, 15s.; third, 9s. 4d.

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EAVING the Amiensstreet station, we pass, 9 miles, MALAHIDE (HOtel: Royal), a much resorted to for sea-bathing. Near the village is Malahide Court, the princely residence of Lord Talbot de Malahide, a square building flanked by round towers. roof of the grand hall is of richlycarved oak, and one of the chambers, called the "oak chamber," has a large quantity of elaborate and curious oak carving. collection of pictures is interesting and valuable, among them being à small altar piece by Albert Durer, and several portraits by Van Dyke. SKERRIES (174 miles), the ancient name of which was Halm Patrick. According to tradition it was here that St. Patrick sought refuge when persecuted by the Druids. BALBRIGGAN (21 miles), noted for the manufacture of stockings, whence we reach DROGHEDA (32 miles, pronounced Droyda). (Ho

tel: Imperial.) Population, 18,763. The town is situated on the River Boyne. It was once surrounded by a wall, of which considerable fragments remain. Cromwell took the place by assault, leading it in person, in 1649. Clarendon, speaking of the assault, says, "Except some few who during the time of the assault escaped at the other end of the town, there was not an officer, soldier, or religious person belonging to that garrison left alive." About one mile from the town, on the bank of the river, the famous battle of the Boyne was fought on the 1st day of July, 1690, between the forces of the Prince of Orange and James II., his father-in-law. An obelisk marks the spot where the battle began. Drogheda bas a considerable trade in linen, and large quantities of provisions are annually exported. Its commerce has increased considerably for a few years past, and it promises to become a place of considerable importance.

DUNDALK (54 miles.) (Hotel : Arthur's.) Population, 10,428, situated on the magnificent bay of the same name, possesses little of interest. Edward Bruce was here crowned King of Ireland, and, after residing here for two years, was killed in a battle with the English, on Foighard (or Faughart) Hill, near by, in 1318. The town has considerable trade in grain, and some important manufactures. Beyond this there is nothing remarkable upon our route until we reach LISBURN (105 miles.) (Hotel: Hertford Arms.) Population, 8,000, a prosperous town, having a large trade in linens, chiefly damasks. The church contains monuments to Jeremy Taylor and to Lieutenant Dobbs, who was killed in an engagement with Paul Jones, the pirate, near the Irish coast.

beyond the 17th century. Its growth is remarkable. In 1821 it had but 37,000 inhabitants; in 1851, 100,000; in 1861, 120,000; and in 1870 it probably has more than 140,000. The growth of its trade and manufactures is commensurate with its increase in population. Its tall chimneys, immense factories and spinning-mills remind the traveller of the great manufacturing towns of England, though Belfast is almost wholly free from the smoke which disfigures Manchester and other

the Ulster Bank; and the Linen Hall. Of the churches, the only two which will attract attention are the parish church (St. Ann's) and Christ Church, the former with a lofty tower and cupola; the latter with an octagonal spire. Queen's College is a building in the Tudor style, with a front of 600 feet. It was opened in 1849. The Museum on the north side of College-square contains a valuable collection of Irish antiquities, ornithological specimens, and a small geological collection. The Botanic Garden,

near Queen's College, was established in 1830. It has a beautiful conservatory constructed of iron. Admission, 6d. Belfast is celebrated for its schools and benevolent institutions.

Tourists interested in manufacturing operations will find a visit to the flax mill of the Messrs. Mulholland, the largest in the city, especially interesting. This firm, one of the first to commence the manufacture of linen yarn in Belfast, employs nearly 25,000 persons.

The harbour is accessible to vessels drawing 16 ft., and in spring tides to those drawing 20 ft. The recent improvements are very extensive, and cost over £500,000. The quays extend on each side of the river-on the western side 5,000 ft., on the eastern 3,500 ft. There are two docks, the Prince's and Clarendon, where foreign vessels have every facility. The offices of the Harbour Commissioners is a fine Italian building of cut stone, the principal front of which faces Clarendon Dock.

If the tourist desires a bird'seye view of Belfast and its environs, he would do well to make a visit to Cave Hill, 24 miles from the town, so called from three caves in its face. It rises 1,140 ft. above the level of the sea. The view over the city, Belfast Lough, and the County Down is very fine. In clear weather the coast of Scotland is included in the view.

ROUTE 7.

BELFAST TO PORT RUSH, LONDONDERRY, AND THE GIANT'S

CAUSEWAY.

68 miles; first class, 12s.; second, 8s. 6d.; third, 5s. 5d.

HE excursion from Belfast to the Giant's Causeway and back, via Port Rush, may be accomplished in one day by taking the early morning train to Port Rush, where cars may be taken for the Causeway direct, taking Dunluce Castle in the route, and returning to Port Rush in time for the evening train to Belfast. Return tickets, good for one day, are issued at a fare and a half. If the tourist has two days at his disposal, he may, by passing the first night either at Port Rush or at the Causeway, go on the second day to Ballycastle, where a public car may be taken to Larne on the Belfast and Northern Counties Railway, by which he will reach Belfast early in the evening. He will, if he chooses the longer excursion, have passed over about 145 miles of the most interesting scenery in Ireland.

The railway, on leaving Belfast, skirts for 7 miles the shore of Belfast Lough, Carrickfergus Junction (63 miles), ANTRIM (21} miles), (Hotel: Massareene Arms.) Population, 2,800. A pretty town, situated on the Six Mile Water, near its junction with Loch Neagh. Near the town is Antrim Casile, the grounds of which are handsomely laid out, and through which visitors may walk to the shore of Lough Neagh, the largest