Phoenix Park

Phoenix Park is located on the north bank of the Lefey River in the northwest of Dublin city center. Founded in 1663, it covers an area of 1760 acres and is the largest indoor park and royal deer park in Europe.

Phoenix Park has a pleasant scenery. There are two natural lakes. A zoo is built around the lake. Swans and pelicans are leisurely on the water. Although it has undergone several centuries of changes, it still retains the characteristics of the deer park in the 17th century. At the edge of the park, there is a valley covered with dense trees. Near the city center, there are 15 acres of green grass and plains. There are hundreds of deer naturally. There are many roads in the park, including the presidential palace of Ireland and the residence of the American ambassador.

The park was originally a deer park built in 1663 by the then Governor, Duke Omond, to cater to Charles II, the restored king, and some dignitaries in Dublin at that time. After several centuries of changes, it still retains the characteristics of the deer park in the 17th century.

In 1979, Pope Paul II came here to preach and preach. At that time, nearly one third of the country's population went to pay homage. In the same year, the Irish government put up a huge cross in the center of the park to commemorate this important religious activity.

After centuries of changes, the park still retains the characteristics of the deer park in the 17th century. Phoenix sounds the same as Celtic Finniskk, which means clear water and green grass. The British call it Phoenix Park, and it has been handed down to this day. Although the park once became a luxurious place for kings to enjoy, it is now owned by the public. The natural environment and herds of reindeer bring happiness to tens of thousands of tourists.