Irish folklore

Irish folklore

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A Banshee in the heart of the Irish night - © Declan Hillman
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The Triskell

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You can see them everywhere: on archaeological sites, jewelry and flags… The triskell is a…
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Le Dullahan

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The Dullahan is a creature of Irish folklore. She’s a mischievous fairy who, like a…
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Sheep in Ireland

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He's everywhere, on the green expanses of Ireland and on the roads... ready to entertain…
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The Merrow

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The Merrow is one of those mystical creatures that appear in many Irish and Scottish…
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The leprechaun’s cauldron of gold

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In Ireland, the leprechaun legend is accompanied by another Irish symbol: the golden cauldron. According…
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St. Brigid's cross - © vitocork

St Brigid’s cross

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St Brigid's cross is an Irish religious symbol, consisting of a cross woven from rushes.
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Une croix celtique à Glasnevin en Irlande - Peter Krocka

Celtic Knots

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It’s impossible to imagine Irish culture without thinking of the famous Celtic knots, the artistic…
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Finn McCool

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Finn McCool is a character from Irish mythology. A legendary hero who was responsible for…
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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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