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Timings : Monday- Saturday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Closed on Sundays
Entry Fees : Adults: EUR 15
Students/Seniors: EUR 12
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Located in the heart of Dublin's O'Connell Street, the Dublin General Post Office(GPO) played a crucial role in the country's struggle for independence from British rule. Today, the GPO is a museum and cultural center that offers visitors a chance to learn about Irish history and culture.
The GPO's main highlight is its role in the Easter Rising of 1916, when Irish nationalists seized the building and proclaimed the establishment of an Irish Republic. The ensuing battle lasted for several days and resulted in significant damage to the building, which was later restored. Visitors come to the GPO to see the bullet holes and other scars of the Easter Rising that can still be seen on the building's exterior. The museum inside provides a wealth of information about the building's history and the events that took place there.experience for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The GPO is not only notable for its beautiful architecture and significant role in Irish history, but also for the fact that it still serves its original purpose after two hundred years. Presently, the GPO provides diverse services such as financial, governmental, and postal services.