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Heuston Train Station is the largest railway station in Dublin and one of the most important transportation hubs in Ireland. The station was originally built in 1846 as the terminus of the Great Southern and Western Railway and was later named after Sean Heuston, an Irish Republican who fought in the 1916 Easter Rising. Heuston Train Station serves as the main gateway to western and southern Ireland, with trains departing to destinations such as Galway, Cork, Limerick, and Kerry. The station features a range of amenities including cafes, shops, and a tourist information center, making it a convenient and useful location for visitors to Dublin.

As well as being a transportation hub, Heuston Train Station is also an impressive architectural landmark, featuring a grand facade and a distinctive clock tower. The station has been the subject of several notable works of literature, including James Joyce's novel 'Ulysses,' in which the main character Leopold Bloom visits the station. For visitors interested in history, the station also features a small museum that documents the history of Irish railways, including the role they played in the struggle for Irish independence.