1. IRELAND, a country to discover
Leprechauns
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Introduction
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Tradition
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Climate
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Education
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Places I - II
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Religions
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2. INTRODUCTION
Ireland, also known as Republic of Ireland is a
country in the European Union. Its capital city is
Dublin, a beautiful city located in the east of the
island.
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3. CLIMATE
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It has got an oceanic climate, mild but with strong
winds. Its temperatures vary from 4 to 7º C in Winter,
to 14-16º in summer. It is a wet climate full of
gorgeous, green sceneries.
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4. PREVIOUS
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MOHER RIFF
DUBLIN CASTLE
CITY OF CORK
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BudIPs7Erxo

5. PLACES
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KILLERNEY NATIONAL
PARK
CASTLE OF MALAHIDE
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ABBEY OF KYLEMORE

6. LEPRECHAUNS
These friendly Little elfish men are the typical image of Ireland and
belong to Irish popular folklore. They are part of the country´s
mythology, full of Celtic myths, fairies and Midland creatures.
Legend has it that leprechauns have lived in Ireland far back in time,
previous to Celtic people. They are associated with good luck.
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7. TRADITIONS
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Saint Patrick´s Day
It is a cultural and religious public holiday celebrated
on 17 March. It is named after Saint Patrick , the most
commonly recognised of the patron saints of Ireland.
Green ribbons and shamrock are worn in its
celebration.
http://www.corazones.org/santos/patricio.htm
Gaelic Football and Hurling
These are the most popular field sports in Ireland.
Gaelic football is a mixture of football, rugby and
handball and hurling is similar to grass hockey.
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8. EDUCATION
Irish Education System is very efficient. Education is
compulsory between the ages of five and sixteen years. There
are three levels:
- Primary Education (age 5 – 12)
- Secondary Education (age 12 – 18)
- Higher Education
Education in Ireland is free at all levels. Students wear uniforms
to school.
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9. RELIGIONS
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95% of the Irish population are catholics, and just 4% are protestants.
Some celebrations, like Halloween and Christmas, are celebrated with
many traditions that belong to the old Celtic pagan calendar.
Halloween is celebrated on November the 1st.
Christmas is the most popular religious event, although its celebration
adds and combines some Celtic traditional elements.
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10. RELIGIONS
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95% of the Irish population are catholics, and just 4% are protestants.
Some celebrations, like Halloween and Christmas, are celebrated with
many traditions that belong to the old Celtic pagan calendar.
Halloween is celebrated on November the 1st.
Christmas is the most popular religious event, although its celebration
adds and combines some Celtic traditional elements.
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