One of the most famous places for international students in Ireland is its capital city, Dublin. Aside from being a friendly city, Dublin is also home to top-notch HEIs. In fact, four of its HEI’s ranked in the latest Times Higher Education world ranking.
If you are thinking of studying in this stunning city, read on to learn why many international students choose Dublin as their study destination, as well as its four must-visit places.
Why Dublin?
Aside from its top-notch education, the city also boasts a diverse and friendly population and a safe environment for studying.
The city of Dublin is not new to diversity. Being a capital city, it is used to hosting many international students from different backgrounds. Plus, did you know that the Irish are known as some of the friendliest and hospitable people in the world?
Moreover, the city is also home to Parnell street, the most multicultural part of the country. Here, you can meet people from different parts of the world such as Brazil, South Africa, Vietnam, Korea, China, and so on.
When it comes to safety, Ireland, in general, is a safe country. In fact, in the 2020 Global Peace Index rankings, the country ranked 12th in terms of being peaceful. It even ranked higher than Australia, Finland, and Sweden.
Places to Visit in Dublin
Need more convincing to study in Dublin? Here are some places you can visit in this beautiful city.
National Gallery of Ireland
For art lovers or people who just want to relax, you should visit the National Gallery of Ireland. Located at Merrion Square, at the heart of the city of Dublin, the museum hosts many exhibitions all throughout the year.
Moreover, since you are a student, entering this gallery is free. However, there may be some exhibits that may require a fee. Moreover, it is home to thousands of artworks in varying media such as paintings, prints, sculptures, drawings, and so on.
Phoenix Park
Another place to visit for international students who want to relax or just walk around is the city’s, Phoenix Park. The park is open every day throughout the year and people can enter it for free. Moreover, deers can roam freely in the park, thus, park visitors are free to observe and watch them at a safe distance. Aside from its deers, visitors of the park are also welcome to visit some famous monuments in the park or near its vicinities, such as the stunning victorian walled kitchen garden and the Ashtown Castle and Demesne.
Dublin Writers Museum
If you are into writing or just curious about Ireland’s rich literary culture, you should visit the Dublin Writers Museum. Here, you will have a crash course of Ireland’s literature, including the events that shaped Irish literature.
Ireland is known as the birthplace of many known writers. In fact, some of them are also Nobel prize winners. This list includes William Butler Yeats and George Bernard Shaw. Bernard Shaw, who is sometimes confused as a British author, is actually born in Dublin. Also, did you know that Bram Stoker, writer of the Gothic horror novel, Dracula, is also born in Dublin?
Learn more about the reasons why there are many international students in Dublin and other parts of Ireland. Check out MSM Unify’s article on 3 Reasons to Study and Live in Ireland.
