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Interesting Questions About Ireland

 

 

Which is the best selling Irish Whiskey in the world?

Have you had the Jameson Experience?

 


 

Which song by Ed Sheeran mentions an Irish city?

Chorus:

You know, she played the fiddle in an Irish band

But she fell in love with an English man

Kissed her on the neck and then I took her by the hand

Said, "Baby, I just want to dance"

With my pretty little Galway Girl

You're my pretty little Galway Girl


 


Which famous Irish band owns the Temple Bar Pub?

There are some reports online that says the Temple bar is owned by Iish band U2 but the official owner is Tom Cleary



What is the national and first language of Ireland?

There are a number of languages used in Ireland. Since the late eighteenth century, English has been the predominant first language, displacing Irish. A large minority claims some ability to use Irish, and it is the first language for a small percentage of the population.

In the Republic of Ireland, under the Constitution of Ireland, both languages have official status, with Irish being the national and first official language.[2] Northern Ireland has no official language, but English is the de facto official language of the United Kingdom and Irish and Ulster-Scots are recognised regional languages.




What is the most popular sport in Ireland?

 

Gaelic games held on to top spot as Ireland's favourite sport(s) for the third year in a row on 24%, ahead of soccer on 14%, with rugby rounding out the top three on 13%


 

Name the famous Lady of the night and fishmonger by day.

 

The story of Sweet Molly Malone

 

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Which famous ship was built in Belfast?

In 1912, RMS Titanic sailed out of Belfast Lough to embark on her maiden voyage.

 


In which county is Kylemore Abbey?

 

Kylemore Abbey (Irish: Mainistir na Coille Móire) is a Benedictine monastery founded in 1920 on the grounds of Kylemore Castle, in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. The abbey was founded for Benedictine Nuns who fled Belgium in World War I. The current Mother Abbess of the Benedictine Community is Marie Hickey.

 

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How many counties are there on the island of Ireland?

 

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On which date is Saint Patrick's Day

 

Saint Patrick's Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick (Irish: Lá Fhéile Pádraig, lit. 'the Day of the Festival of Patrick'), is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick (c. 385 – c. 461), the foremost patron saint of Ireland

 

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Which river flows through the centre of Dublin?

 

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River Liffey, Irish An Life, river in Counties Wicklow, Kildare, and Dublin, Ireland, rising in the Wicklow Mountains about 20 miles (32 km) southwest of Dublin.



Is a Shamrock considered lucky?

 

A shamrock is a type of clover plant that makes people think of Ireland. ... In fact, in Irish folklore (and many other cultures), the number three is considered very lucky. So a plant with three leaves would have lots of luck.

 

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Which county is nicknamed the Treaty County?

 

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Answer: County Limerick




Ireland is home to the longest coastal driving route in the world. Which one is it?


The Wild Atlantic Way is the world's longest signposted coastal driving holiday route, unveiled by Tourism Ireland in March 2014. Wind your way along the Emerald Isle from the most northerly point of Malin Head in County Donegal to the most southerly of Mizen Head in County Cork.


 


Which landmark was featured in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince?

 

 

 


 


What does “O” in Irish surnames mean?

 

The picture was taken at: Powerscourt Townhouse Gallery, Dublin 2, Ireland..

 

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By the way it means: "Grandson of"



Does Soda Bread go with a Beef and Guinness stew?

 

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Have you kissed the Blarney stone?

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Is driving the Ring Of Kerry dangerous?

 

No, but you have to be a cautious driver. You're driving on roads that are close to the cliff edge and if you go over, you'll go

 

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How cold does it get in Ireland?

Ireland does not suffer from the extremes of temperature experienced by many other countries at similar latitude. Mean daily winter temperatures vary from 4.0 °C (39.2 °F) to 7.6 °C (45.7 °F).

 

Occasionally it could get a bit more chilly so make sure you stay warm and do so in style!

 

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Do you like Irish soda bread?

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What are The Top 10 drinks in Ireland? Number 8 will really surprise you!

 

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What is the longest river in Ireland?


River Shannon, the longest river in Ireland, rising in northwestern County Cavan and flowing for about 161 miles (259 km) in a southerly direction to enter the Atlantic Ocean via a 70-mile (113-kilometre) estuary below Limerick city. It drains an area of 6,060 square miles (15,695 square km).


 

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What is your favourite pub in Ireland?


Top 10 Famous Pubs In IRELAND

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Are the Cliffs of Moher worth it?

 

Arguably Ireland's top tourist attraction, the towering Cliffs of Moher are well worth the hype. Located on the west coast of Ireland in County Clare, these rocky sea cliffs, along with the karst limestone hills of the Burren, are recognized at a UNESCO Global Geopark

 

 

 

 

Flour, salt, bread soda and buttermilk are the basic ingredients of which traditional Irish food staple?

 

How to make the perfect Irish Soda Bread

 

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Who would you bring on your Irish Road Trip?

 

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