Ireland

Just off the coast of the United Kingdom is the Republic of Ireland, better often known as Ireland. Northern Island (a part of the United Kingdom) lies to its north, while the Atlantic Ocean encircles it on all other sides. To the east and south are the Irish and Celtic seas, and to the southeast is the St. George’s canal. This stunning nation is known as the “Emerald Isle” because to its verdant scenery, which includes rolling hills dotted with historic castles and other cultural landmarks. Ireland, home to Nobel laureates Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett, is well-known not just for its rich literary and musical heritage, but also for its legendary tales and folklore. The Irish people are known for their warmth and hospitality, as well as their love of Guinness beer and their rich cultural heritage. Due to its abundance of both man-made and naturally stunning attractions, Ireland is a tourist’s dream. Blarney Castle, one of the oldest castles in Ireland, is located near Cork City. Other famous stone monuments include the Rock of Cashley fortress in Tipperary County, the immensely popular Bunratty Castle in County Clare, and the prehistoric Newgrange monument in County Meath, which is believed to be dated from 3200 BC. Take advantage of the opportunity to travel around The Ring of Kerry if you like road vacations. Among the many breath-taking Irish landmarks it passes through on its winding way around the Iveragh Peninsula are Ross Castle, Killarney National Park, Skellig Michael, and the Beehive cells. Visit Dublin, Ireland’s dynamic capital, to see a new aspect of the country. There are more bars, cafés, restaurants, and gift stores than you can shake a stick at in the Temple Bar neighbourhood. The trendy Grafton Street, home to the Guinness Storehouse and other must-see attractions. Also known as the cultural capital, this city has breath-taking museums, historic landmarks including Malahide Castle and the Book of Kells. Galway City takes great delight in being known as the “bohemian city of Ireland,” a place where festivities never stop and where the rich cultural heritage is on full display. Its location in the Hidden Ireland makes it a popular meeting place for creative types, and the area’s thriving theatre scene is only one reason why. In 2012, Ireland ranked seventh among the world’s most developed nations on the UN’s Human Development Index, and now it is one of the world’s richest nations in terms of GDP per capita.

Belfast | Dublin

• Currency: Euro
• Population: 4.595 million
• Time Zone: GMT +01:00
• Area: 84421 km²
• Capital: Dublin
• Official Language: English and Irish
• Capital’s calling code: +353-1

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