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Irish symbols : the must-haves

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The Curragh

The Curragh is the quintessential Irish boat. This wooden boat, which probably originated in the Neolithic period, is the only one still…
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The Guinness harp

Did you know that Guinness made the harp its symbol as early as 1862, before it was taken over by the Irish government in 1922?
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The Guinness toucan

The Guinness toucan

Discover the history of the Guinness toucan, a symbol created in the 1930s that has endured to this day alongside the harp!
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Guinness World Record

Guinness World Record

Discover the incredible history of Guinness World Records, the Irish book of unusual, fascinating and dangerous records!
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The Celtic Tree of Life - © Go To Ireland.com

The Celtic tree of life

In Ireland, the Tree of Life has deep symbolism. Discover its meaning, between wisdom, connection and mystery in Celtic culture.
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Connemara marble

In Ireland, there's a stone called Connemara Marble. Its green color makes it an ideal souvenir to bring back from your trip to Ireland.
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Harpe de Brian Boru - ©Barry McCall Photographer

Brian Boru’s harp

Brian Boru's harp is a historic Irish instrument on display in the Old Library of Trinity College in Ireland. A must-see!
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Irish symbols

Ireland has countless national symbols! From the harp to the sheep, including the famous Irish shamrock that allowed Saint Patrick to evangelize Ireland, here is a brief overview of the country’s greatest symbols!

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