Dublin River Liffey predawn with reflections | Wall Art
Dawn’s Embrace: Ha’penny Bridge Over Dublin’s Liffey River
As dawn breaks, the renowned Ha’penny Bridge in Dublin, Ireland, unveils itself in the gentle light, its reflection shimmering in the tranquil River Liffey. A pedestrian bridge with an enduring legacy, it witnesses the steady footfall of over 30,000 people daily, each adding to its rich narrative. Its original name, the Wellington Bridge, was an homage to the Duke of Wellington, a Dublin native. However, with the birth of the independent Irish Free State in 1922, it adopted a new identity – The Liffey Bridge.
Its white iron railings once bore the weight of countless “love locks,” reminiscent of The Pont des Arts in Paris and The Magere Brug in Amsterdam. Lovers would inscribe their names on these padlocks, forever sealing their affection in this iconic location. Yet, by 2012, these tokens of love were gently removed to protect the bridge’s structure, despite a € 1.25 million refurbishment in 2001 by the Dublin City Council. Yet, even in their absence, the bridge remains a powerful symbol of Dublin, a testament to the city’s enduring spirit.
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© Dan Kosmayer, 2019
