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Irish geography : the must-haves
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Ulster
Ulster is one of the 4 provinces that make up the island of Ireland. It is mainly located in Northern Ireland, and is itself subdivided into 9 counties.
Leinster
Leinster is one of Ireland's 4 provinces. Located on the eastern side of the island, Leinster is one of Ireland's most populous provinces!
Connacht
Connacht is a province in the west of Ireland, comprising 5 counties. The province of Connacht is deeply attached to Gaelic culture, and is one of the few places where Gaelic is still spoken.
The Munster
Munster (An Mhumhain in Irish Gaelic) is an Irish province in the southwest of Ireland, with a population of over one million.
The size of Ireland: a territory of surprising dimensions!
Did you know? The island of Ireland is a very small territory, but its dimensions may well surprise you! Discover his measurements!
Why the term “Southern Ireland” should not be used
Find out why the term "Southern Ireland" can be a clumsy way of referring to the Republic of Ireland. Avoid offending the Irish: use the right word!


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