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Ireland tourist information with details about travel to and around the country. Where to stay and what to see is made easier with insider tips and hand-selected Ireland links, by dedicated editors and visitors to TravelNotes.org - The Online Guide to Travel.
The Island of Ireland Ireland is a part of the British Isles geographically. Politically, the island is divided into Northern Ireland, a constituent part of the United Kingdom; and the Republic of Ireland, formerly Eire.
Weather in IrelandView a graphical weather forecast for the week ahead in places around Ireland. Arklow Weather, Castlebar Weather, Cork Weather, Drogheda Weather, Dublin Weather, Dun Laoghaire Weather, Galway Weather, Limmerick Weather, Monaghan Weather, Sligo Weather, Tullamore Weather, Wicklow Weather. The Republic of Ireland makes up 26 of the 32 counties of the island of Ireland; including part of the province of Ulster. Northern Ireland is the remaining six counties of Ulster, in the north-eastern part of the island. Discover Northern
Ireland: Ruled by England for more than 400 years, the republic gained independence in 1922, after a long and violent struggle. The Republic of Ireland is often called the Emerald Isle because of the powerful greenness of its countryside. Ireland is a land of mountains, lakes, and rolling farmland, with an ancient history and world-famous literary tradition. Scenic attractions include the romantic Lakes of Killarney; the lush Wicklow Mountains; and the Cliffs of Moher, that rise from the sea in a five-mile wall. Discover Ireland: Farmhouse Bed and BreakfastsEnjoy Ireland at it's best by staying in a traditional farmhouse and driving around the countryside. Ireland Travel TipsIreland is relatively small but there is a vast amount of interesting
places to visit, so make sure to plan your trip to take in as much of the country and
culture as possible. Plan a trip to the native Irish speaking islands off the west coast,
they are rugged and beautiful. Visit Killarney in March or April. Its less crowded, doesn't rain as
much and most plants are in full bloom. Otherwise, come in October during the deer rutting
season. In Ireland, get to the west as quickly as possible. Its wetter, wilder
and a whole lot more fun. More country pubs, atmosphere and exciting scenery. Galway,
Clare, Kerry and Donegal are all worthwhile. By AirAirlines and Airports: Shannon International Airport is 22 km from Limerick. Aer Lingus:
By BoatIf you're travelling to Dublin from England by boat, the ferry terminal is at Dun Laoghaire; 10 km to the south of the capital. Trains and buses connect the terminal with Dublin. By TrainTrain Travel: Jurys
Doyle Hotels: The Blarney Castle, in County Cork, was probably built in the 15th century. According to legend, if you kiss the stone in the tower of the castle you'll receive the gift of the gab - witty speech that sounds both flattering and convincing. The capital of the Republic of Ireland is known as the Town of the Ford of the Hurdles, in Gaelic - Baile Atha Cliath. Dublin faces the Irish Sea, on the coast of eastern- central Ireland. The River Liffey runs through the city. Dublin was the European City of Culture in 1991, but its status as a seat of culture is permanent. An annual theatre festival is held in Dublin every autumn, and the city also hosts an international film festival and opera season in the spring. The major concert venue is the National Concert Hall. Historic Dublin: Dublin Castle was where the city started. Built in the early 1200s, the castle has been rebuilt and added to over the centuries. The castle was the seat of the British viceroy of Ireland until 1922, when it was handed over to the newly formed Irish Free State, and is now used for ceremonial functions, and the inauguration of the country's president. Numerous churches and public buildings are also in the old city. Dublin's Phoenix Park, in the western suburbs of the city, is one of Europe's largest city parks. Once a royal hunting ground the park now contains Dublin Zoo and the residence of the president of the Irish Republic. Situated near Phoenix Park is the 100-m-long Hole-In-The-Wall public house; believed to be Europe's longest. Entertainment in DublinDublin has become the centre of the Europe's computer software industry, and the money generated has rejuvenated the city and its entertainment sector. Dublin is one of the most happening centres in Europe at the moment; they're even turning away stag parties from England.
Dublin Top 10 Attractions: The Irish capital is an extremely compact city, so you can see loads and have an awful lot of fun in a short space of time. Temple Bar: Visit Dublin: Accommodation in DublinHotels
in Dublin: Sort Dublin Hotels by: Hotel Price, Hotel Rating, Hotel Name. Limerick is situated at the head of the estuary of the River Shannon, in the south-west of the Republic of Ireland. The city is dived into three sections: English Town, on King's Island, was founded by William de Burgh; who built the Castle of King John to defend it. Irish Town, the oldest part of the city, dates from the 9th century. Newtown-Pery, to the south of Irish Town, dates from 1769. Accommodation in LimerickHotels
in Limerick: County Clare: Galway is in the west of Ireland, on Galway Bay; famous for its horse racing festival. The old town has a Spanish influence; until the 17th century Galway was a major trading partner with Spain. Galway City is itself a vibrant place with many things to see and do. County Galway: Accommodation in GalwayHotels
in Galway: Sort Galway Hotels by: Hotel Price, Hotel Rating, Hotel Name. Galway East Galway East is famous for its rich heritage, variety of activities, and local and international festivals. It is also conveniently located for easy day trips to Connemara, The Burren, Aran Islands and Westport. Galway East Tourism: O'Donnabhain's - Kenmare: Armagh is built on numerous hills and has been the seat of the Catholic primacy of all Ireland since the days of St Patrick, who built his first church there. There are two important churches on the hills of Armagh: St Patrick's Church of Ireland Cathedral stands on the site of the cathedral built by St Patrick; and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Cathedral, with its twin spires, raises from another hill. Castlebar: Interactive Ireland: Newgrange: Killarney Photo Guide: Thrifty: The official languages of Ireland are Irish and English. Although attempts have been made to popularise Gaelic as the national tongue, most of the people continue to use English. Irish is mostly spoken in the western rural areas. Irish Literary GiantsThere must be something in the water used in the beer. Ireland has produced many famous writers, poets, and dramatists - not all of them habitual boozers. St Patrick's DayThe national day of Ireland is celebrated on March 17th. The Legend is as murky as an empty glass of Guiness, but it's a good excuse for the Irish to party. Vagabond Tours of
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