{"id":2082,"date":"2018-12-09T19:02:14","date_gmt":"2018-12-09T19:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/overinireland.com\/?p=2082"},"modified":"2019-07-25T09:05:06","modified_gmt":"2019-07-25T09:05:06","slug":"ireland-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/overinireland.com\/ireland-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"60 UNBELIEVABLE Facts about Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A place that hides the oldest bar in the world, nicknames their neighbours \u201cgoatsuckers\u201d, went through mustache prohibition and features Obama as a descendant, can only trigger curiosity.  This place is Ireland.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With over 12,000 years of age and a story that showcases Celtic mystical rituals, fairies coming through mysterious gateways, Vikings seafarers and centuries of Kingship; Ireland is not only an interesting country, it is also a very surprising one, and here are 60 reasons why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 – Muckanaghederdauhaulia?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muckanaghederdauhaulia <\/strong>is the longest location name. It means \u201cpig shaped hill between two seas.\u201d Illaungraffanavrankagh, Corragunnagalliaghdoo Island and Newtownmoneenluggagh are others<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 – Meaning Behind The “Emerald Isle”<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ireland is known as the Emerald Isle<\/strong>. The lush green hills and valleys are responsible for this appellation. Its name first appeared in \u201cWhen Erin First Rose,\u201d a poem written by Drennan in 1795. The country is also more formally known as Eire<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 – When Moustache was Illegal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Under the English Rule, in 1457, moustaches and beard were illegal in Ireland. It happened again in Galway in 1523. The bill stated a man wasn\u2019t a good citizen \u2018unlesse he can speche the Englishe tonge and shave[s] his upper lipe wickly\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 The Essence of the Irish Flag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Irish flag<\/strong> was first used in 1848 during the Young Irelander Rebellion. The green represents both the Irish Catholics and Republicanism. The Orange colour symbolises the Protestant minority (and is a way to show inclusion). The white illustrates a permanent truce between the two hues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5 When Starvation leads to Exodus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2 million Irish people fled the \u2018Great Hunger<\/strong>\u2019 (1845-1848) and left for America, and 1 million died from famine. Indeed, an ailment called \u201cPotato Blight\u201d led to several crop failures and the destruction of the edible tuber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6 Irish in the World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are 80 million emigrants with Irish descent<\/strong> together with 34 million in the United States. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both Northern and Southern Ireland have a total population of 6.6 million people. Urban Dublin encompasses over 1\/5th<\/sup> of the island citizens with 1,173,179 inhabitants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7 7000 year-old citizens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Due to its climate, Ireland was inhabited for over 7000 years<\/strong>. The first hunter-gatherers arrived around 7,000 to 8,000 BC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8 Dublin’s makers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Vikings<\/strong> founded the city of Dublin in 988.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9 Main Religion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Over 80% of the national residents are Roman Catholics<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10 A Goidelic Language<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Irish Gaelic<\/strong> is the official language in Ireland alongside with English. It is spoken on a day-to-day basis by 73,803 locals (excluding the academic system), and 1.2 million are also confident of their ability to express it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11 National Symbols<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by Jackie (@watercolor.gypsy)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

The harp is Ireland\u2019s national symbol<\/strong> and is also engraved on the Eire euro coin. The Shamrock and the Celtic cross are the two other essential emblems. The government was not the first to use the instrument as a symbolism; Guinness did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12 Guinness’ Figures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Guinness<\/strong> Brewery signed a 9,000-year lease of 45 old Irish Pound for St. James\u2019s Gate and produces 3 million pints every day. It is the worldwide stout leader with Nigeria being their 2nd most significant market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13 Who was Saint Patrick?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by Travel Photography\ud83d\uddfaEben G\ud83e\uddd4\ud83d\udcf7 (@ebengphotography)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

Saint Patrick<\/strong> is not only Ireland\u2019s Patron Saint, but it is also Nigeria\u2019s. He was not Irish but British and was kidnapped by pirates and brought to Ireland where he first served as a shepherd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#14 A Dreamland for Ophidiophobics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ireland is a snake-free<\/strong> isle. St. Patrick is claimed to be the one chasing them out. Science reveals that there has never been a single trace of the reptile in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#15 More than a Last Name<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Many Irish family surnames<\/strong> start with “Mac” which signifies “son (of)” or “O'”, “grandson (of)” in Gaelic. O\u2019Sullivan is the 3rd<\/sup> most common last name and means \u201cdark-eyed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#16 Red Hair Never Grow Old<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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9% of the Irish natives are Natural redheads<\/strong>. The nation is ranked 2nd<\/sup> after Scotland (13%). Did you know that a red hair never shifts to grey?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#17 More than 30,000 Pieces of History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are over 30,000 castles and ruins<\/strong>. Trim, a 12-century castle, is the oldest one. The structure was built on an area of 30,000m\u00b2. Its construction took thirty years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#18 The Earliest Active Lighthouse Worldwide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Hook Lighthouse<\/strong> was built in the 13th century. It is the oldest one still running internationally. The structure was constructed by William Marshall, to assure protection and growth to the shipping trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#19 The Oldest Bar in the World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by Seans Bar, Irelands Oldest Pub (@seansbar)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

Sean\u2019s bar, in Athlone, is the oldest bar in the world<\/strong>. The establishment has been pouring the brew for more than 1100 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#20 A Map from the New Stone Age<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Knowth hides the oldest lunar map<\/strong>. This Neolithic moon was sculpted over 5 millenaries ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#21 Two of the World’s Eldest Educational Institutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Medieval University of Dublin<\/strong> was the first that was established in the country. Its construction dates back to 1311 but disappeared years after its abandonment. Trinity College<\/strong> is the oldest university remaining and still operational. It was built by Queen Elizabeth I in 1592.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#22 A 5,000 Year-Old Passage Tomb<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Newgrange is the world\u2019s oldest ‘solar observatory’<\/strong> and is Ireland\u2019s eldest architecture. The site is older than the Giza Pyramids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#23 First Yacht Club in the Globe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by Royal Cork Yacht Club (@royalcorkyc)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

Royal Cork Yacht Club is the earliest yacht club<\/strong> in the planet. It was founded in 1720.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#24 The Biggest Neolithic Spot Ever <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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C\u00e9ide Fields<\/strong> is the most extensive Stone Age site in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#25 Ireland Highest Peak<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Corr\u00e1n Tuathail is the island\u2019s highest mountain,<\/strong> with a peak at 1038.6 metres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#26 And the Oscar Goes to…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cedric Gibbons, a Dubliner who immigrated to the US, is the Oscar Award\u2019s designer<\/strong>. Besides creating the iconic statuette, he also won the prize 11 times. He is the 2nd<\/sup> biggest winner after Walt Disney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#27 The White House is Irish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The White House<\/strong> was designed by James Hoban, an Irish architect, in 1792.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#28 USA, an Irish Nation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Both Muhammad Ali <\/strong>and Barack Obama<\/strong> have some Irish blood. The latter\u2019s ancestor was born in Moneygall, back in 1850. The famous boxer has heritage from Ennis descendant. Historians state that 40% of American president have Irish blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#29 A Hospital Caring since 1745<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by @bongalway<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

Rotunda Hospital Maternity<\/strong> has been continuously nursing since 1745<\/strong>. It is the world longest uninterrupted running medical institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#30 Need an Eyesight Correction? You might be Irish…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Almost 2\/3 of the Irish population has an eye problem<\/strong>: 56% of Irish people wear glasses when 8% use contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#31 Mary Ward, a Tragic Leader<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The first person ever killed in a road accident<\/strong> is Mary Ward, an Irish woman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#32 Sheath Bootleg<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Contraceptives used to be banned in Ireland, so locals were smuggling condoms<\/strong>. Abortion<\/strong> was also illegitimate until May 2018 referendum. Over 60% voted for a change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#33 You May Kiss the Bride<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before the 1920s, marriage<\/strong> was official when a man and woman walked towards each other in Teltown, on Saint Brigid\u2019s Day. Paradoxically, to declare a divorce, the couple had to head back to their wedding spot and merely walk away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#34 A Marriage has No Shortcuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A wedding tradition<\/strong> is to always drive the longest route on the way back from church to home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#35 Ireland, A Mind-Opener<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Republic of Ireland is the first country legalising same-sex marriage<\/strong> by public vote with 62% of the elector voting \u2018for\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#36 Showing Grief, a Form of Release<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cKeening<\/strong>\u201d is part of Irish funeral culture. Mournful crying and affection are expressed for hours to the departed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#37 Leprechauns Do Exist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cIf a Leprechaun<\/strong> calls at your door, you must give a portion of your dinner\u201d states the Irish Law. The Leprechauns are tiny creatures. They enjoy shoe-making and always carry a golden pot where they stock their gold. 1\/3rd<\/sup> of Irish people believe in their existence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#38 A Drink Worth every Cent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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No Happy hours<\/strong> in Ireland. Indeed, the law forbids the few hour discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#39 Grandma’s Hangover Remedy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by PurHealthWNY TheresaArida (@purhealthwny)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

A famous hangover cure<\/strong> is to be buried up until the neck with wet river sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#40 The Mythical Richard Daly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The legend says that the word \u2018quiz<\/strong>\u2019 was invented by Richard Daly, a theater owner. He bet that he could create a word and make it famous all over the city in two days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#41 Tea and Ireland: a 300 Year-Old Love Story<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Irish are the biggest tea consumers<\/strong> per capita in Europe, with 3.2 cups\/day. They are the third worldwide, after Turkey (7.54 cups\/day) and Morocco (4.34 cups\/day).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#42 Made in Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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25% of computers in Europe are from Ireland. The Country is one of the most prominent leaders in software export<\/strong> with 97% of local manufacture sold internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#43 The Most Extensive Informal Gatherings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The country records 1436 people gathered in a nun<\/strong> attire, and 574 people gathered dressed as The Incredible Hulk. Both are the world highest numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#44 A Show Born in 1961<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by The Late Late Show (@latelateshow)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

The \u2018late late show,\u2019 an Irish talk show, has been screened since 1961. It is the longest-lasting uninterrupted production<\/strong> in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#45 Dave Brown, a Passionate Guitarist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Temple bar was the stage of Dave Brown, known for playing the guitar for over 114 hours.<\/strong> He had a 5-minute break every hour, an intermission of max 30 seconds between songs, and never with twice the same song in 4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#46 The Keoghs, the Leap Specialists<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by Sara – Sweet Louise (@sweetlouisedesigns)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

The Irish Keogh family managed to give birth to one child during a leap for 3 generations in a row!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#47 John Tyndall, an Eminent Physicist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Both Tyndall and Greenhouse effects were discovered by John Tyndall, an Irish physicist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#48 A Pint Through a Hole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cHole in the Wall<\/strong>\u201d is the longest pub in Ireland. The building got its name from an ancient centenarian tradition. The hole in the wall was used to serve beer to the British soldiers who were not allowed to leave Phoenix Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#49 A Bumpy Birthday Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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An Irish birthday tradition<\/strong> is to gently \u201cbump\u201d the head of a child on the ground for good luck, by holding him upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#50 Ireland, Halloween Homeland<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Halloween is Irish.<\/strong> Its origin derives from the Samhain Festivity; a Celtic celebration of the end of the agrarian period. On the eve night of the observance, it is expected that the dead would be back to haunt the living beings. A massive fire was lit to scare them off, and people would wear costumes as trickery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#51 Dracula is Irish<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Dracula<\/strong> was written by Bram Stoker, an Irish author, in 1897. His estate can be visited in the capital city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#52 Louth’ Particularity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A post shared by IrishCentral (@irishcentral)<\/a> on \/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js<\/a>\n\n\n\n

Louth is the smallest county<\/strong> of the country with a size of 820km2<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#53 River Shannon, More than a Waterway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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River Shannon<\/strong> is the longest in the country with 259km from County Cavan to the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#54 Love and Respect for Goatsuckers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wicklow people were called \u201cgoatsuckers<\/strong>\u201d by Dubliners. Each county in Ireland has a nickname. Roscommon is known as the \u201csheep stealers<\/strong>\u201d when Laois is \u201cpoor and proud<\/strong>.\u201d Check out the entire list here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#55 A Singular Post System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ireland is the only one out of 34 OECD countries with no postcode system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#56 We are the Champions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ireland has won 7 times the Eurovision <\/strong>singing contest. No other countries ever achieved that score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#57 Who is Enya?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Enya<\/strong>, an Irish singer, has sold over 75 million albums since her start in 1988 but never performed a single concert solo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#58 Why visit Hollywood when you have Dalkey?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Dalkey<\/strong> is to Ireland what Beverly Hills is to the US. Both Bono and The Edge live in the village alongside with other national and international celebrities. It is known for its great food and enchanting vistas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#59 A Handcrafted Golf Course<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Carne Golf<\/strong> was entirely handmade<\/strong>. The designer, Eddie Hackett, made that decision out of respect for the beauty of this land. He said, \u201cIt took nature thousands of years to create this land; we must not let the bulldozer destroy it.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#60 Irish Phraseology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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April 1st<\/sup>, 2nd,<\/sup> and 3rd<\/sup> are called the \u201cBorrowed days<\/strong>\u201d as they are usually abysmal weather. \u201cPet Day<\/strong>\u201d stands for 24 hours of good weather conditions in a period of bad atmospheric conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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