Irish Culture

Ireland may be small, but its music has echoed across the globe. This guide celebrates the best Irish bands of all time, and you might …

The Triquetra symbol, which means ‘three-cornered’ in Latin, is also known as the Trinity Knot. Although it holds different meanings across several religions, the power …

Before Irish surnames were printed on passports or stitched into uniforms, they moved. They flowed through bloodlines, shifted with power, and clung to land. Some …

‘May The Road Rise To Meet You’ is arguably one of the most iconic of the many Irish blessings. It is a simple yet meaningful …

The phrase “the luck of the Irish” dates back to at least the 19th century and is often linked to Irish immigrants who found success …

Ireland’s national flag (bratach na hÉireann in Irish), commonly known as ‘the tricolour’ (an trídhathach) within Ireland and the Irish tricolour abroad, features three vertical …

Irish blessings for friends and family are commonly used when raising a glass at a gathering, adding a heartfelt note to a card, or offering …

The best Irish drinking songs aren’t just tunes—they’re a raucous, heart-thumping part of the culture. They echo through dimly lit pubs, fuel late-night singalongs, and …

Funny Irish blessings add a nice dash of Irishness to a toast, speech, or celebration. While many traditional Irish blessings lean towards wisdom and well wishes, …

Celtic Shield Knots have long been associated with protection, strength, and endurance. Their interwoven design, with no clear beginning or end, symbolises an unbreakable barrier …