The clurichaun
4.47/5 (1,690 votes)Irish folk creatures : the must-haves
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The vampire Abhartach
Did you know? The Abhartach is said to be the ancestor of vampires! This Irish folk creature is said to have inspired Bram Stoker, the father of Dracula!
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The Leprechaun
Grumpy, stingy, mischievous... The leprechaun is a creature of Irish legend! A fascinating creature to discover in children's stories!
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Jack O’Lantern
Did you know? Jack O'Lantern is a character from Irish fairy tales. A spooky creature, he's the source of many Halloween traditions!
3.65/5 (57 votes)
The Banshee
Welcome to the world of Irish banshee! Forget horror movies, come and discover the true story of this messenger from the beyond.
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Le Dullahan
The Dullahan is a creature of Irish folklore. She’s a mischievous fairy who, like a grim reaper, sounds the death knell for…
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The Merrow
The Merrow is one of those mystical creatures that appear in many Irish and Scottish legends. This Gaelic creature is a kind…
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The Changeling
In Irish legend, the Changeling is a decoy set up by fairies to replace a newborn child they've maliciously abducted. [...]
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Mermaids in Ireland
Discover the mystery of the Irish mermaids, the bewitching selkies. Dive into their world of metamorphosis and discover their myths and legends.
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Irish folk creatures
In Ireland, imagination is fertile, and countless tales and legends abound! That is why in every Irish story, you will encounter fantastic creatures capable of the greatest feats as well as the worst mischief!
Discover the Creatures of Irish Tales and Legends
Characters with Many Facets
Sometimes enchanting, sometimes frightening, they alone give all the flavor to Irish legends! Fascinating, each possesses its own power, blessings, and curses.
From the mischievous Leprechaun clinging to his pot of gold, to the terrible Banshee, and the strange and frightening Jack O’Lantern… You will not be bored by so many subtleties!
For the Irish are skilled storytellers and keen philosophers! Each legend has its message, its moral! Discover them here!
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