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Beltane Fire Festival Traditions

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Beltane Fire Festival Traditions: A Guide to Ancient Celtic Celebrations

Beltane, traditionally celebrated on 1 May, heralds the onset of summer in the Celtic calendar, marking a time of fertility,...

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Ancient Irish Samhain Rituals

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Ancient Irish Samhain Rituals: Unveiling Historical Celebrations

As autumn’s last leaves fall and winter’s chill begins to creep into the air, the ancient festival of Irish Samhain...

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Funny Irish Sayings

Noha BasiounyNoha Basiouny

22/04/2024

Exploring the Wit and Humour in Funny Irish Sayings

Ah, the Irish: a people renowned for their warmth, wit, and, of course, their knack for weaving a bit of...

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Irish Pens: The Unsung Heroes of World Literature

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Irish Pens: The Unsung Heroes of World Literature and Their Impact on Writing

In the tapestry of world literature, Irish pens hold a significant place, weaving narratives that have been pivotal in the...

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The Evolution of the Irish Language and Folklore

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

The Evolution of the Irish Language and Folklore

The Irish language, or Gaeilge, has a storied history that reflects the vibrant culture of Ireland. With its origins tracing...

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Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Exploring Ireland’s Time-Honoured Monastic Sites

As we wander through the emerald landscapes of Ireland, we encounter whispers of an era long passed. These murmurs belong...

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Daily Life and Legendary Battles: An Insight into Medieval Ireland's History

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Daily Life and Legendary Battles: An Insight into Medieval Ireland’s History

Medieval Ireland was a tapestry of cultural richness and fierce battles woven from the threads of daily life, legendary conflicts,...

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Irish Monasticism

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Scholars and Saints: The Influence of Irish Monasticism on European Education

In the turbulent era after the fall of the Roman Empire, where much of Europe teetered on the brink of...

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Discover the Best of Ireland's Landscapes

Fatma MohamedFatma Mohamed

22/04/2024

Discover the Best of Ireland’s Landscapes

Ireland, often called the Emerald Isle, promises travellers with its enchanting natural beauty. Ireland’s landscape is like a haven for...

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Mansion House

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

22/04/2024

Mansion House Dublin, Ireland

Nestled gracefully amidst the vibrant streets of Dublin, Ireland, Mansion House emerges as an emblem of timeless elegance and historical...

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Trinity College Dublin

Noha NabilNoha Nabil

22/04/2024

Trinity College Dublin – Dublin’s Iconic Museum and University

Dublin is Ireland’s capital city and has so much to offer visitors. From its incredible history and culture. To fantastic...

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Celtic and Galician Folklore

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Comparative Analysis of Celtic and Galician Folklore: Unveiling Cultural Intersections

In our comparative analysis of Celtic and Galician folklore, we explore the historical intertwining of these rich cultural heritages. Despite...

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Leprechaun forest - Leprechauns

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

22/04/2024

Leprechauns: the Famous Tiny-Bodied Fairies of Ireland

Throughout the years, cultures develop their own beliefs and mythological tales. Some of these tales continue to descend to the...

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Banshee Fairy Tree

ConnollyCoveConnollyCove

22/04/2024

Beware the Wail of the Banshee – This Irish Fairy isn’t as Scary as You Think

Irish mythology is famed for its richness of detail, its abundance of memorable characters, and its meaningful fables. From the...

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The Significance of the Shamrock

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

The Significance of the Shamrock in Global Cultures: A Symbolic Exploration

The shamrock, a sprig synonymous with Irish culture and St. Patrick’s Day, carries a weight of significance that transcends its...

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Imbolc to Samhain: Embracing Traditional Celtic Festivities Through the Year

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Imbolc to Samhain: Discover Traditional Celtic Festivities Through the Year

Imbolc marks the beginning of the Celtic Wheel of the Year, a calendar rich with seasonal celebrations and festivals that...

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Irish Emigration Museum

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

22/04/2024

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Dublin

The Irish Emigration Museum is also known as EPIC Dublin; one of the best museums in Ireland to Visit. At...

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Cultural Influence of the Irish Diaspora

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Unpacking the Worldwide Cultural Influence of the Irish Diaspora

The Irish diaspora is a testament to the profound impact a nation can have far beyond its borders. Across the...

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The Folklore of the Irish Famine and Its Legacy

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

The Folklore of the Irish Famine and Its Legacy: Cultural Echoes and Historical Truths

The folklore of the Irish Famine, also known as the Great Famine or An Gorta Mór, extends beyond the harrowing...

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Birth & Marriage Traditions: Irish Cultural Practices Through Life's Milestones

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Birth & Marriage Traditions: Irish Cultural Practices Through Life’s Milestones

In Ireland, the tapestry of life is woven with traditions and customs that mark the milestones of the human experience....

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Irish Folklore in Contemporary Literature

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

22/04/2024

Irish Folklore in Contemporary Literature: Its Influence and Resurgence

Irish folklore has long been a wellspring of inspiration for storytellers across various mediums, particularly in contemporary literature. These tales,...

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The Sheela-na-Gig: Unveiling the Enigma of Feminine Stone Symbols

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

21/04/2024

The Sheela-na-Gig: Unveiling the Enigma of Feminine Stone Symbols

Across Ireland and parts of Europe, enigmatic stone carvings known as Sheela-na-Gigs continue to pique curiosity and debate among historians,...

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Enchanted Canvases: Exploring Folklore's Role in Irish Contemporary Art

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

21/04/2024

Enchanted Canvases: Exploring Folklore’s Role in Irish Contemporary Art

Irish contemporary art vibrantly weaves the threads of past and present, infusing age-old folklore with modern expression. Our nation’s rich...

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Virtual Reality Tours Explore Ireland's Mythological Landscapes

Maha YassinMaha Yassin

21/04/2024

Step Into Legend: Virtual Reality Tours Explore Ireland’s Mythological Landscapes

Ireland’s rich tapestry of mythology has long captured the imagination, telling of heroes, fairies, and ancient gods that roam the...

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Celtic handfasting ceremony - Irish wedding Traditions

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

21/04/2024

Eccentric Irish Wedding Traditions and Wonderful Wedding Blessings

Weddings can be one of the happiest occasions of a person’s life. It is a joyous time for the bride...

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Fairy Trees

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

21/04/2024

The Fascinating & Superstitious Fairy Trees in Ireland

Ireland has always been a place filled with fascinating folklore and stories. One very interesting piece of our folklore involves the mystical Irish Fairy Trees. All around Ireland, there are Fairy Trees which are believed to be home to magical creatures.

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shopping in Ireland

ConnollyCoveConnollyCove

21/04/2024

Shopping in Ireland: A Top Insider Guide

Ireland is undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Nicknamed the Emerald Isle for its lush green...

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cliffs-of-moher-staycation-ireland

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

21/04/2024

Staycation Ireland: Best Places to Stay in the Emerald Isle

The Emerald Isle is considered one of the most beautiful places in the world and has some of the most...

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groomsport-pool-the-stables

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

21/04/2024

Groomsport: Cockle Cottages and The Eagle Wing

Groomsport is a beautiful, coastal village that captures the imagination.  Situated on the south shore of Belfast Lough, this picturesque...

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The history of the Irish Flag

Ciaran ConnollyCiaran Connolly

21/04/2024

The Surprising History of the Irish Flag

Flags are hugely important because they help us recognise different countries worldwide. Many of the world’s flags have fascinating histories...

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