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Ireland is a country with a rich history, beautiful scenery and a unique culture. It occupies most of the island of Ireland, and its capital is Dublin.
Known as the “Emerald Isle” for its green nature, this region captivates not only tourists but also those looking for new opportunities to live and work. Ireland is famous for its Celtic heritage, traditional music, festivals and a warm attitude towards foreigners.

Ireland has been actively supporting Ukraine since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. It accepts Ukrainian refugees and provides humanitarian assistance.

• Ireland has accepted over 100,000 Ukrainians, providing them with temporary protection, housing and access to social services. Ukrainians can work legally, receive health insurance and education for their children.
• Ireland actively provides assistance to Ukraine in the area of ​​humanitarian aid (in particular, financial).
• The Ukrainian diaspora in Ireland is growing, and local authorities promote integration through educational programs and adaptation measures.

Interesting facts about Ireland and what it is known for

• Ireland is a land of legends and folklore
  It was here that myths about leprechauns, magical cauldrons of gold and fairy creatures appeared.
• The official language is Irish, but almost everyone speaks English
  Although Irish (Gaelic) is the state language, less than 2% of the population speaks it in everyday life.
• Music and dance are the soul of Ireland
  Irish folk music and dances (for instance, river dance) are famous all over the world.
• St. Patrick’s Day is the biggest holiday
  On March 17, the whole country (and even many other countries) celebrates this day with parades, green clothes and fun.
• The Irish love sports
  Gaelic football, hurling and rugby are popular here.
• Ireland is a country of castles
  There are over 30,000 of them here! Some of them can even be rented for overnight stays.
• A source of inspiration for writers
  Oscar Wilde, James Joyce, Bram Stoker (author of “Dracula”) – they were all Irish.

In Ireland, the official languages ​​are English and Irish (Gaelic). Although the majority of the population speaks English, signs and official documents are often duplicated in Irish.
Here are some basic phrases you might need to know when travelling:

1. Dia duit! (Dia gwít) – Hello!
2. Conas atá tú? (Conas atá tú?) – How are you?
3. Go raibh maith agat! (Go reav mah agat) – Thank you!
4. Slán! (Slan) – Goodbye!
5. Le do thoil. (Le do thoil) – Please.
6. Tá brón orm. (Ta brón orum) – Excuse me.
7. Cé mhít é seo? (Ke veid e sho?) – How much does it cost?
8. I love Éire. (Is brya lum Eire) – I love Ireland.
9. Sláinte! (Slanche) – Cheers!

The most beautiful and interesting places for tourism in Ireland

• Cliffs of Moher
  One of the main natural attractions of Ireland is huge cliffs that fall directly into the Atlantic Ocean. The height is up to 214 m!
• Ring of Kerry
  A picturesque route 179 km long, passing through the coast, mountains and ancient villages.
• Dublin
  The capital of Ireland, where you can visit Trinity College, the library with the Book of Kells, as well as the famous Guinness beer museum.
• Wicklow Mountains
  A great option for hiking and outdoor recreation. This is where the ancient monastic settlement of Glendalough is located.
• Blarney Castle
  Here is the Blarney Stone – according to legend, if you kiss it, you will receive the gift of eloquence.
• Giant’s Causeway
  A unique natural formation – 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns that appeared after a volcanic eruption.
• Cong Village
  A charming town where the movie “The Quiet Man” was filmed. There is also an ancient abbey here.
• Rock of Cashel
  A historic fortress that was the place of coronation of Irish kings.

When is the best time to go? The best time to travel is from May to September, when the weather is warmer (15–20°C). Winter is cool (5–10°C), it often rains.

The most famous dishes and drinks of Ireland

Irish cuisine is simple, nutritious and full of traditional flavors. It is based on meat, potatoes, fish and dairy products.

• Irish stew – a traditional stew of lamb or beef, potatoes, carrots and onions.
• Boxty – potato pancakes, similar to hashbrown.
• Coddle – stewed sausages with potatoes, onions and bacon.
• Soda bread – Irish soda bread without yeast.
• Guinness – the most famous Irish dark beer.
• Irish whiskey – world-famous whiskey (Jameson, Bushmills, Tullamore Dew).
• Irish coffee – coffee with whiskey and cream.

Ireland is a wonderful country with its traditions, history and colorful people. It is definitely worth paying attention to and is in great demand among tourists. Therefore, if you are planning your travel list, you should add Ireland to it.