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It is said that Ireland’s greatest export is its people. Wherever you go, there are always Irish and Irish pubs about. In some countries, they have Irish week for celebration and remembrance!
History
Celtic tribes settled on the island in 4th century BC. The English invaded in the 12th century and that was the beginning of the rebellion against the English repression. There was the 1916 Easter Monday rebellion and Ireland gained independence from UK in 1921.
Geography
The island, known as emerald isle, lies on the west of Great Britain, about the size of west Virginia.
Things to see and do
Dublin is a charming and chic city that is in transition from a medieval capital to an exciting centre of commerce in Europe. The high-tech industrial boom has resulted in new high-rises, restaurants and hotels. But there is always pub or tavern around when you need a place to hold a mug of ale.
Travel Ireland today. It has magnificent scenery, seaside towns, ancient cities and castles to offer. Some of what Ireland has to offer to travelers; there are countless things to do in Ireland! The Ring of Kerry- beautiful peninsula with breath taking coastal scenery to offer tourists, (Muckross House and Kate Kearney’s Cottage) are also located there. One of the "must see" places in Ireland. Galway City- The whole city only comes to life after dark. It is also known as Ireland’s student capital- attracting lots of tourists and backpackers with its parties. Yeats County- rural Ireland at its best. Remember to visit lake isle of Inisfree. Ireland’s best beaches are also located in that same region.