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KPSchwamm
September 19, 2022
Hiking
In the early 1840s, the third Earl of Rosse designed and built the world's largest telescope. With this telescope he discovered the spiral nature of some galaxies. Leviathan was by far the largest telescope in the world from 1845 to 1917.
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Annie
July 22, 2024
Hiking
The Great Telescope "Leviathan". It's amazing what had already been researched at that time.
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Hike the easy 2.4-mile Birr Castle Riverwalk Trail through lush greenery and past two rivers within the historic Birr Castle Demesne.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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