Every country on earth has a national flag, but few are as instantly-recognizable as the Republic of Ireland's green, white, and orange tricolor (or bratach na hÉireann). The simple design of the Irish flag evokes the fierce tenacity and fighting spirit that is often associated with the Irish. Ho …

County Carlow is among Ireland’s smallest counties in terms of both area and population (just over 55,000 people in 346 square miles), but it also houses some of Ireland’s most beautiful ruins and gardens. Located in the province of Leinster and to the south east of Dublin, County Carlow offers a wo …

At ShamrockGift, we love wedding season. Incorporating Irish traditions and décor into your big day can be incredibly fun, is so easy to do, and is guaranteed to leave a special impression on your guests. Whether you boast Irish ancestry or not, including Irish and Celtic wedding traditions in ce …

This past March 15, marked 167 years since the birth of one of Ireland’s most seminal folklorists. Isabella Augusta Gregory — who would later go on to be known merely as “Lady Gregory,” a title that has long since befitted the regal pride with which she continues to be associated — was more than …

The Michael Collins Centre, in association with other agencies in County Cork, unveiled plans yesterday to launch a new driving trail that will showcase popular historic sites in the county associated with Ireland’s independence period in the early 20th century alongside lesser-known areas of int …

Named for its location at the western edge of the ancient Kingdom of Meath (derived from the Irish word for "middle," midhe), County Westmeath lies almost precisely in the geographic center of Ireland. As such, it is covered in sprawling fields, pastures, and forests, as well as lush lake lands. Dot …