Irish folklore

Irish folklore

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Le clurichaun - Karrrtinki

The clurichaun

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The Clurichaun is an Irish creature related to the leprechaun. It takes the form of…
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Le vampire Abhartach

The vampire Abhartach

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Did you know? The Abhartach is said to be the ancestor of vampires! This Irish…
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Shamrock in Ireland

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It's the symbol of Ireland, its culture, its folklore and its green valleys. We're talking…
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A leprechaun as depicted in Ireland - © ink drop

The Leprechaun

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Grumpy, stingy, mischievous... The leprechaun is a creature of Irish legend! A fascinating creature to…
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Hy-Brasil island on a map

The legendary island of Hy-Brasil

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Between myth and legend, Hy-Brasil is a legendary Irish island whose existence has never been…
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The color green is closely linked to Ireland - © tashechka

The color green in Ireland

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Discover why green has become a symbol of Ireland, its culture and traditions! It's not…
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Where does the expression "to have the luck of an Irishman?" come from? - © Pixzot

Where does the expression “luck of the irish” come from?

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The popular expression "to have the luck of an Irishman" seems to attest to the…
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Jack O’Lantern

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Did you know? Jack O'Lantern is a character from Irish fairy tales. A spooky creature,…
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Irish folklore

Ireland is a land of fairy tales and legends, with colorful tales of leprechauns, mischievous little creatures, and tales of the ancient kings and queens of Ireland. Irish mythology still haunts the green valleys of Ireland to this day, whether it’s Tara, the royal home of the great rulers of old, or the great dolmens and ancient stone circles…
Because every character and creature has its own story, and every Celtic symbol has its own explanation, here’s an overview of everything you need to know about Irish mythology.

Irish folklore

A country steeped in complex mythology

Magical or evil creatures, heroic figures and tragic fates… No, we’re not talking Greek mythology here, but Irish mythology and folklore! It has to be said that Ireland loves dark, heart-rending tales, often imbued with morality and wisdom.

Discover the fascinating story of Finn McCool, or the great hero Cuchulainn! These fine strategists shine in every story for their warrior skills, but also for their intelligence! These implacable vigilantes live out fascinating stories, ranging from terrible battles to love stories as heartbreaking as they are convoluted!

But the heroes of Irish folklore don’t always have human faces! Fairies, leprechauns and Jack O’Lanterns are both lovable and ugly figures who fascinate adults and children alike!

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