The Grand Canal is one of two canals which run along with the River Shannon, nearly encircling Dublin’s inner city. The Grand Canal is located in the south of the city, and has not been used as a cargo canal since 1960. The Grand Canal Dock is an area in Ringsend near Dublin city centre, surrounding an enclosed harbour or docking area between the River Liffey and the Grand Canal. In recent years this dock area has undergone a transformation, with the addition of the Millennium Tower residence, and the opening of many cafes, bars and restaurants in this area has made it a new hot spot for Dublin.