Ireland history

Discover 75+ fun and interesting facts about Ireland that you should know before you go here. Even if you are Irish you might still learn a thing or two about the Emerald Isle.

For hundreds of years, Ireland followed a justice system known as Brehon Law - is your surname among the Brehon families of Ireland?

HUMAN remains which were washed up on a beach in Canada belonged to shipwreck victims who were fleeing the Famine, the Canadian government has confirmed.

Explore a brief history of Ireland, from ancient settlers to modern times, highlighting key events that shaped this resilient nation.

The Key Role Vikings Played in the History of Ireland The image of bloodthirsty Vikings, raiding and pillaging vulnerable coastal monasteries, is a familiar one in British history.

Last weekend in Kilkenny, Ireland. Ad | There’s nothing quite like celebrating St Patrick’s Day in Ireland itself. From the moment I stepped off the plane I received the warmest of Irish welcomes, which continued with everyone I met. We immersed ourselves in the history of Kilkenny, taking in the culture, the food and drink, and of course the music. From traditional Uilleann Pipes and fiddle to folk and ballads, we revelled in the uplifting tunes played in establishments across town. We…

From Celtic knots to shamrocks and claddagh rings, here’s a look at some of Ireland’s most famous symbols.

“Girls making molotov cocktails in Ireland in 1969”