Wedding traditions in Ireland
Weddings in Ireland have their own traditions and customs. Whether it's a religious or an atheist wedding, the event is always a…
Irish celebrations : the must-haves
Halloween in Ireland Irish folk creatures
The Púca
Irish folklore is a treasure trove of legends and fantastic creatures, and the Púca has a special place in it. This enigmatic…
Halloween in Ireland Irish literary works
Dracula
When we think of the novel “Dracula”, we often think of Transylvania, Romania or even English Gothic culture. What many people don’t…
Dublin’s Irish pubs on St Patrick’s Day
You can’t celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin without visiting one of the capital’s crowded Irish pubs! Going to the pub is…
Leopold Bloom
It’s impossible to discover Dublin without hearing about Leopold Bloom, a fictional figure who is part of the capital’s urban culture. This…
The Colleen Bawn: A Chilling Irish Tale
In the early 19th century, rural Ireland was the backdrop for many stories blending love, betrayal, and tragedy. Among these, the story…
Animals in Ireland Saint Patrick's legend
Ireland, an island without snakes… thanks to Saint Patrick?
Surprising but true: Ireland is said to be one of the few territories in the world entirely free of snakes! Forget vipers,…
Snap apple: the Irish Halloween game with a mischievous bite
One swinging apple, no hands and an audience hoping you miss: meet the Irish Halloween game that puts your dignity to the…
Why wasn’t Saint Patrick canonized?
Saint Patrick is undoubtedly one of Ireland’s most revered and famous figures. Every year on March 17, the whole world turns green…
Gaelic Terms Saint Patrick's Day
Irish Gaelic words used on St Patrick’s Day
When St. Patrick’s Day approaches, the streets resound with Celtic music, pubs are decked out with decorations, and people gather to celebrate…