Dorset Street, Dublin
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Dorset Street (/dɔːrˈsɛt/; Sráid Dorset in Irish) is an important thoroughfare on the northside of Dublin, Ireland, and was originally part of the Slighe Midh-Luchra, Dublin's ancient road to the north that begins where the original bridging point at Church Street is today. Subsequently, yet prior to the street being given its current name in the 18th century, the road was known as Drumcondra Lane and was shown on maps as such. It is divided into Dorset Street Lower (northeast end) and Dorset Street Upper (southwest end).
Quick Facts Native name, Former name(s) ...
Native name | Sráid Dorset (Irish) |
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Former name(s) | Drumcondra Lane |
Namesake | Lionel Sackville, 1st Duke of Dorset |
Length | 1.1 km (0.68 mi) |
Width | 21 metres (69 ft) |
Location | Dublin, Ireland |
Postal code | D01 |
Coordinates | 53°21′24″N 6°15′53″W |
southwest end | Dominick Street, Bolton Street |
northeast end | Drumcondra Road |
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Known for | cafés and restaurants |
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