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Dublin Live
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Robbie Kane & Kim oLeary

Visitors to Howth can walk in the famous footprints of King George IV

While most people are familiar with the seaside town of Howth's major tourist attraction, it is also known for its recording of King George IV's footprints.

And Dublin Live recently went down to West Pier in Howth to check out the famous footprints.

In 1821, the British king visited Howth on his 59th birthday, and while he was visiting the town he was approached by local stone mason Robert Campbell.

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