Festival of Imbolc
In pre-Christian Ireland, the festival of Imbolc signaled the beginning of springtime, with longer and warmer days. The origins of Imbolc The word Imbolc is…
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The Old Hag of May Day
One of the old customs of May Day in Ireland was to protect your home and heard of cows from the Cailleachs (hags or old…
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Ireland & The Outbreak Of World War 1.
In the early years of the 20th century, the international scene was one of national and empirical tensions. The great powers of France, Germany, Russia,…
When James II Is Crowned King Of England
On 06 February 1685, James Stuart, Duke of York, succeeded Charles ll as king of England, Ireland and as James VII, king of Scotland. Charles had…
The Partition of Ireland
The British had hoped that the Government of Ireland Act of 1920 would lead to the end of the war on the island of Ireland. As…
The Tuatha Dé Danann Invades Ireland
In the Mythological Cycle of Irish Mythology the Tuatha Dé Danann lived in the other-world and were a magical race who became known as the…
Traditions
Festival of Imbolc
In pre-Christian Ireland, the festival of Imbolc signaled the beginning of springtime, with longer and warmer days. The origins of Imbolc The word Imbolc is…
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The pilgrimage of Croagh Patrick
Festival of Lughnasadh
The Summer Festival of Bealtaine
Old May Day Customs & Traditions in Ireland
Recipes
Easy Baked Salmon Recipe Irish Style
This baked salmon recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Baked Salmon may not originate from Ireland but it is considered a traditional Irish…
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Homemade Shortbread Recipe
How To Make Traditional Irish Stew
Traditional Christmas Pudding Recipe
Homemade Christmas Mince Pies
Folklore
The Legend of Sean: A 600-Year-Old Leprechaun in Ireland
Sean the Leprechaun had been living in Ireland for 600 years. He was the oldest and wisest of all the leprechauns in the land. With…
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The Old Hag of May Day
St Patrick and the Devil
St Patrick and the Killer Snake
St Patrick and the River Shannon Serpent
Culture
Aidan Gillen: The Versatile Actor You Need to Know About
Aidan Gillen is a versatile actor from Ireland who has made a name for himself in both film and television. With his chiseled features, piercing…
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Sinéad Cusack: A Talented Actress with a Rich Legacy
The Commitments: A Tale of Music & Dreams
Maureen O’Sullivan: A Life in the Spotlight
