The Leprechaun

       A leprechaun (Irish: leipreachán) is a type of fairy in Irish folklore and another symbol of Ireland, usually taking the form of an old man, dressed in a green coat. Like other fairy creatures, leprechauns have been linked to the Irish mythology.The Leprechauns spend all their time busily making shoes, and store away all their coins in a hidden pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. If ever captured by a human, the Leprechaun has the magical power to grant three wishes in exchange for their release.

Found out more visiting the National Leprochaun Museum.

What a Shamrock

The shamrock has long been a symbol of Ireland.

The shamrock was traditionally used  for medical properties and was popular motif in Victoria times.
The Shamrock is also used as a badge for sports teams, state organisations and troops abroad from Ireland. It is registered with the World Intellectual Property Organisation as a symbol of Ireland. According to what the Oxford English Dictionary calls "a late tradition" (first recorded in 1726), the plant was used by Saint Patrick to illustrate the doctrine of the Trinity. It has subsequently become an emblem of Ireland, but it is not the official one, which is the harp. The English word comes from Irish seamróg, meaning young clover.

Ireland, the Emerald Isle

Spring is coming. The perfect time to learn about Ireland.

Keep visiting our blog here and you will know about Ireland’s past and present facts, strange and unique curiosities, famous Irish people and, of course, cultural celebrations such as Saint Patrick’s Day. You’ll enjoy it so much that the eyes of the Irish are likely to smile and “when Irish eyes are smiling, surely it’s like a morning in Spring…”

Find out more about Ireland.