century, some landlords developed estate towns. These were planned towns with wide streets and a green area. The town was connected to the Big House of the landlord at one end, and a Protestant church at the other end. An example of these towns is Kenmare, Co. Kerry. The Earl of Shelbourne built it in the 1770s. The wide streets crossed as an X, and the town had a market place, a mill, a school and a gaol.
Kenmare, Co. Kerry
Blanchardstown Howth River Liffey
Lucan & Clondalkin
Viking and early Norman (up to 1200 AD)
13th to 18th century 19th century 20th century Some rapidly growing new suburbs
Tallaght New Town
Dublin Mountains
As the most important city in the country, Dublin experienced a changing identity over the centuries. From Viking and Anglo-Norman to strongly English, it reflected the changing power structure in Ireland. By the late-19th century, those of Gaelic or native Irish descent had taken over much of the power in the city.
