The ten longest and strangest place names in Ireland
These ten townlands in Ireland have the country's longest place names on record. With a single word of 20 to 25 letters, the Anglicized versions of these Irish place titles are almost impossible to...
View ArticleA tour of mystical, mythological Ireland (PHOTOS)
Ireland is a land rich with mystery and myth, intriguing sites and stories - and we're not just talking leprechauns and pots of gold and tales for Halloween. From the ancient seat of the Celtic High...
View ArticleMake your heart swell with love for Ireland with this short movie
Ireland has never looked as elegant or as magical as it does in this latest video exploring the very essence of the country through its past, its present and its people. Sweeping over countryside and...
View ArticleBeauty of the Mayo coastline along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way (VIDEO)
County Mayo has quite a few claims to fame. It's Ireland's third-largest county, it has its own international day of celebration, and a County Mayo castle was recently named the best hotel in the...
View ArticleWild wallabies wander deserted Irish island
Lambay Island, which sits 2.5 miles off the coast of Dublin in the Irish Sea, is home to a variety of sea birds, a herd of cattle, a herd of deer, four humans... and a troupe of red-necked wallabies....
View ArticleWOW Air North America to Cork Airport flights take off
Wow Air flights from Cork to North America, via Reykjavik, have officially taken off. Flights from the south-west of Ireland airport, via Iceland, connect with ten destinations in the USA, for as...
View ArticleThe top 10 Fish & Chip Shops in Ireland revealed
You think you know your Fish & Chips right? Well, think again. Ireland is surrounded on all sides by water, its soil is uniquely fertile, and it’s method of making what critics call the best Fish...
View ArticleOnce in a lifetime stay in the “best hotel in the world” in County Mayo
Nestled outside Cong, in County Mayo, home of “The Quiet Man”, is Ashford Castle, a five-star, imposing hotel - one of the most famous in the world. It is quite simply magnificent. If you want to stay...
View ArticleHow is John F. Kennedy's 100th birthday being celebrated in the US?
If John F. Kennedy’s life had not been tragically cut short on November 22, 1963, there is a chance that the 35th US President may have been celebrating his 100th birthday on May 29, 2017, on which day...
View ArticleTop sites in Ireland where history comes alive
In Ireland, history is everywhere. But in some places, there is an especially strong connection with the past. Here are IrishCentral's choices for the top ten historical sites in Ireland. 1....
View ArticleIreland is surrounded by volcanoes
Volcanoes currently pose no danger to Ireland's residents, but the island is known for its reoccurring history of volcanic eruptions. Ireland is presently surrounded by extinct volcanoes such as the...
View ArticleFrom archaeological gems to stunning strolls - exploring Ireland's beauty
One of the things I love most about Ireland is that in every county, city, town and village around the country there is usually something fascinating to discover. As an archaeologist I really enjoy...
View ArticleStunning drone footage lets you fly like a bird over Cork
A creative team in Ireland used a drone to capture a stunning bird’s-eye view of Cork. Dog Day Media, a media production company based in Cork, and SkyTec Ireland, which is licensed by the Irish...
View ArticleTop ten adventure vacations in Ireland
For the nature lovers among you, Ireland offers unspoiled terrain, lavish green hills, and a rugged landscape. Few locations rival the Emerald Isle when it comes to the great outdoors. IrishCentral.com...
View ArticleThe weirdest Irish pubs in the US (PHOTOS)
From animal testicles to ghostly apparitions - there are some pretty strange Irish bars out there, as this list shows. Bad Irish, Boise, Idaho What could be more wrong than being served a pint of...
View ArticleEleven interesting facts about Cork Harbor (PHOTOS)
Cork Harbor, on the south coast of Ireland, is the second largest natural harbor in the world after Sydney Harbor in Australia. It has helped to shape world history and today is a thriving port and...
View ArticleWhy applying for or renewing your Irish passport just got a whole lot harder
All applicants for Irish passports and driver's licenses will now need to produce a public service card to go with their application. The move has been lambasted by critics who say the move is a step...
View ArticleVandals try to destroy one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions
The iconic Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge located near the Giant’s Causeway in Co. Antrim has been forced to close. Vandals tried to cut through the rope bridge, one of Northern Ireland’s most popular...
View ArticleThe wild and wonderful County Donegal (PHOTOS)
I am unapologetically stealing the motto from West Virginia to describe County Donegal in Ireland. Yes, they have their own motto, which is “Up here, it’s different.” This motto applies just as well,...
View ArticleWild Atlantic Way’s top surfing vacation spots (PHOTOS)
Sun, sea and surf! Well Ireland can guarantee you at least two of these. Ireland has long been a top global destination for surfers with international pros coming from all over to sample the best waves...
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