Tales and legends in Ireland Irish symbols
The Claddagh Ring
Two hands hold a crowned heart. In three symbols, the Claddagh ring tells a story of love, friendship and loyalty. Born in…
Irish folklore : the must-haves
The clurichaun
Did you know? The leprechaun has a cousin! In Irish culture, this would be the clurichaun, a mythological creature known for its…
Halloween in Ireland Irish folk creatures
The vampire Abhartach
If you thought vampires were an exclusively Transylvanian affair, think again! Ireland has its own bloodthirsty monster: Abhartach (pronounced: Ah-ver-tach). No, it’s…
Irish symbols Saint Patrick's legend
The Irish shamrock
Small in size but immense in symbolic significance, the Irish shamrock is one of the emblems most immediately associated with Ireland. It…
Irish folk creatures Saint Patrick's Day
The Leprechaun
A solitary shoemaker, keeper of treasures and master of deceiving humans, the leprechaun has become one of the best-known figures in Irish…
The legendary island of Hy-Brasil
In Ireland, there’s a legend about a strange island. This is the island of Hy-Brasil, also spelled Hy-Brazil or Hi-Brasil. Associated with…
The color green in Ireland
It’s a well-known fact that when you think of Ireland, you inevitably think of the color green! Over time, this hue has…
Where does the expression “luck of the irish” come from?
It’s a well-known fact: for many, the Irish are a natural magnet for good luck! Their vein is legendary and the envy…
Halloween in Ireland Irish folk creatures
Jack O’Lantern
Jack O’Lantern (also known as Stingy Jack, or Jack the Smith), is a character from Irish fairy tales. The story goes that…
The Banshee
The word “banshee” comes from the Gaelic “bean sídhe”, meaning “woman of the fairy hill” or “woman of the mounds”. It’s a…
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Irish tattoos: the most inspiring ideas
Ireland has always been a source of inspiration when it comes to tattoos. Drawing on Irish culture to create magnificent works of…
