Ha'penny Bridge
Dublín, IRLANDA 2024
The Ha'penny Bridge (Halfpenny Bridge) is one of Dublin's most recognizable and beloved landmarks.
Name and History: Originally called the Liffey Bridge, it was built in 1816 by William Walsh, an entrepreneur who received a license to build a toll bridge on the condition that he dismantle his ferry service. The popular name, "Ha'penny Bridge," comes from the toll charged to pedestrians to cross it (a halfpenny).
Design and Material: It is a cast-iron bridge designed with an elegant, elongated arch. It is strictly for pedestrian use and has been restored several times, most recently in 2001.
Location: It spans the River Liffey, connecting the quays on the Southside (Temple Bar) with the quays on the Northside (near O'Connell Street).
Significance: Beyond its utility, the bridge is an iconic site and a popular destination for tourists, frequently appearing on postcards and promotional material for the city.
Ha'penny Bridge
Dublín, IRLANDA 2024
The Ha'penny Bridge (Halfpenny Bridge) is one of Dublin's most recognizable and beloved landmarks.
Name and History: Originally called the Liffey Bridge, it was built in 1816 by William Walsh, an entrepreneur who received a license to build a toll bridge on the condition that he dismantle his ferry service. The popular name, "Ha'penny Bridge," comes from the toll charged to pedestrians to cross it (a halfpenny).
Design and Material: It is a cast-iron bridge designed with an elegant, elongated arch. It is strictly for pedestrian use and has been restored several times, most recently in 2001.
Location: It spans the River Liffey, connecting the quays on the Southside (Temple Bar) with the quays on the Northside (near O'Connell Street).
Significance: Beyond its utility, the bridge is an iconic site and a popular destination for tourists, frequently appearing on postcards and promotional material for the city.