The Republic's capital city lies at the heart of a region that enchants the visitor with a selection of fascinating historical monuments, beautiful natural scenery, thrilling sporting events, and unspoiled lakes, rivers and stretches of coastline
Dublin is usually the first port of call for visitors and this energetic, youthful city pulsates with a compelling mix of history, culture, hip bars and pubs, elegant architecture, great shopping and some of the country's most sophisticated restaurants. Cosmopolitan and diverse, Dublin is now one of Europe’s top urban hotspots.
Population
505739
More info
http://www.discoverireland.com/gb/ireland-places-to-go/areas-and-cities/ireland-east/overview/?WT.cg_n=redirects&WT.cg_s=east
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/europe/ireland/dublin
http://www.dublintourist.com