We saw the presentation on book making at the book of Kells not 2 hours before coming to the museum. It was interesting hearing the asian version of the process. The best piece in the place is the oriental embroidered robe. It is magnificent

We saw the presentation on book making at the book of Kells not 2 hours before coming to the museum. It was interesting hearing the asian version of the process. The best piece in the place is the oriental embroidered robe. It is magnificent
The Chester Beatty Library has an amazing collection of illustrated and illuminated manuscripts from Asia, the Middle East, and Europe (and it's free to visit!). The exhibits are well laid out and are interesting as well as informative. I loved it so much I spent several hours here one morning and could barely pry myself away to go outside and...
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Free admission and a great historic collection of religious artifacts and paintings makes this place worth your time. Check it out!
Very nice collection of artifacts. I was just surprised how modern the building was. Was expecting something much older since it's within Dublin Castle enclosure.
A fascinating and eclectic collection of books and similar artifacts including some incredibly old papyrus fragments of the gospels, which should impress even the most ardent athiest. Well worth a visit.
This library is a must see. It is the amazing private collection of Chester Beatty and features everything and anything. Exhibits include ancient manuscripts from Asia and Europe, including from the major religions, as well as paintings and artefacts. It is next to the Castle and easy to reach on the hop-on hop-off bus.
You will probably only be able to cover a small fraction of the magnificent collection on display at any given time. Utterly fascinating. (The Book of Kells is in the Trinity College library.)
Amazing collection of books, especially religious texts, with beautiful artwork inside. Best of all it is free and uncrowded.
This is an unusual museum - quite out of the ordinary - and everyone will find a cabinet that appeals to their interests. The building is bright and modern and the cafe is a great place for a tasty lunch, or simply a coffee. There's a nice little gift shop and entry is free -what more could you want?!!
we stumbled upon this by accident, a gem of lost treasures from the orient and a lovely cafe and roof garden :0
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