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How does the River Liffey divide Dublin?
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The River Liffey flows eastward through the center of Dublin, effectively bisecting the city into its Northside and Southside districts before emptying into Dublin Bay. Within the city, the river is extensively canalized and bordered by historic quays, serving as a primary geographical landmark that separates the two halves of the capital.1