This week’s top Irish poem: Thomas McDonagh, by Francis Ledwidge
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100+ Incredible Irish Facts About Ireland From Cork To Belfast
Ireland is an amazing country, and I am sure that these Irish facts will surprise you. They certainly did for me. I try to update this article weekly and share …
Who Were The Black Irish, How Did They Move From Kinsale, Co. Cork
Who are the black Irish of Montserrat? We have compiled a selection of videos and facts about the black Irish of Montserrat. You would be shocked as to just how strong …
Irish Wolfhound – 15 Things You Need To Know About This Gentle Giant
One of the most searched dog term on the internet, the Irish Wolfhound. This remarkable dog often claims the award for the biggest dogs in the world! Today I am …
20 Of My Favourite Irish Proverbs And Sayings From Ireland
This is a collection of my personal favourite words of wisdom from old Irish proverbs. You may have heard some in passing and you may have heard some for the …
Celtic Tree Of Life(Crann Bethadh) – Meaning, History And Symbol
The Celtic tree of life(in Irish Crann Bethadh) plays an intricate part in Irish heritage and is among one of the most popular Celtic symbols. The Celtic tree of life and its …
Everything You Didn’t Know About The Shamrock And It’s Irish History
Just like the Irish Harp, the Shamrock has appeared throughout Irish history. So there is no confusion the national symbol of Ireland is the Harp, not the shamrock. The Shamrock …
Tik Tok Dublin Girls Leave You In Stitches After Their Video
It seems Tik Tok is making many people go viral. Only a few weeks ago for St Patrick’s day, these Irish dancing guys from Tik Tok performed live on the …
Irish Stories: “The Most Irish Thing That Happened To Me”
After some reflection, I have thought of a great new section for the blog “Irish Stories”. You may have noticed the weekly dose of Irish did not come out last …
Easter, 1916 by William Butler Yeats
This weeks poem is ranks number 6 in the list of top 100 Irish poems. And so it should. This poem responds to the Easter Uprising in Ireland, a rebellion …
10 Things That Insult Irish People THE MOST
Ah yes, we Irish people are gentle and loving. But there is no doubt these ten things are a sure-fire way to insult Irish people the most. Earlier today I …
The Muppets Sing Danny Boy For St Patrick’s Day
Yes, you read that right the Muppets came together to sing Danny Boy for St Patrick’s day! You would be amazed over the years how many people have created a …
100 Best Irish Sayings For St Patrick’s Day | Irish Blessings And Proverbs
Irish sayings and proverbs go back hundreds if not thousands of years. The wisdom that has been passed on is still just as relevant in 2021 as it was when …
Triskele Symbol – The Oldest Irish Symbol’s Meanings And History
Ah, the time has come, my last Celtic Symbols article “the Triskele”. Pronounced “Treeskeel or Try Skeel” Did you know: The triple spiral has been speculated to be the oldest symbol …
St Brigid’s Cross Day February 1st – All You Need To Know
Yes, the day will soon be upon us, St Brigid’s cross day. Brigid’s cross or Brigit’s cross is basically a small woven cross. If you have ever been to Ireland, you will spot …