The Book of Kells
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About The Book of Kells
The wonderful library of Trinity College contains somewhere in the range of five million books - yet the one that most guests set out here to see is one of Ireland's most prominent fortunes: the Book of Kells. The lit up gospel original copy was written by hand by Celtic priests around the year 800. The original copy, written in Latin, is bound in four volumes; they contain the four Gospels of the New Testament. It is a work of extreme excellence: a genuine gem of calligraphy, light, representation and ornamentation. Two of the four volumes are in plain view at the library.
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This was my number one thing to see in Dublin. LOVED the library where the book is housed. It is fantastic, something you don't see every day. You will only get to see two pages of the book on the day you visit, and it is an amazing piece of work. It is really worth it to read up about it before you go and look at the pictures. It is a shame you cant see more, but it is very fragile and needs the protection.
In Trinity College, the Old Library and the Book of Kells Exhibition -is a “must see” on the itinerary of all visitors to Dublin. Located in the heart of Dublin City, a walk through the cobbled stones of Trinity College Dublin will bring visitors back to the 18th century, when the magnificent Old Library building was constructed. Inside is housed the Book of Kells - a 9th-century gospel manuscript famous throughout the world. Visitors are welcomed by the friendly staff seven days a week.
The Book of Kells is a manuscript of the Gospel in Latin, with amazing artwork and details preserved from around 800 AD. The museum where it is held does not allow photos to be taken, and is located in the Trinity College Library. There are dozens of other manuscripts also held with the Book of Kells. History buffs will LOVE it.
The Book of Kells is a magnificent illuminated manuscript that contains the four gospels of the new testament. It was created by Celtic monks around the year 800 A.D. A page is turned daily so even if you've visited the book multiple times there's always a new page to look at and it's well worth looking at as the art inside of it is stunning.
Located in Trinity College this is once of the most revered books in the world and has to be seen, you can even buy your own copy, a coffee table must
A must-see, and for that reason, a must-get-there early. Beware of the fact that hours change seasonally. Students, make sure you have your ID to receive the discount! A really lovely experience, would have been less lovely if I hadn't arrived early and gotten a good place in line.
Irish monks played a vital role in saving the learning from classical times. Preserving and replicating bibles and other literature. The Book of Kells is a spectacular example of some of this work. Amazing artistry in the illustrations, truly a cultural wonder.
Make sure you book a tour to Trinity College and The Book of Kells if you are in Dublin. So much history here.
The iconic images that are on display are beautiful. Several pages are displayed and if you have ever loved graphics, you must visit this small room devoted to these gorgous images that are so important to history.
The Book of Kells, thought to be one of the oldest known books, is on display at the Old Library in Trinity College. The actual book is behind glass, and the change the particular page its turned to each day.