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The Shamrock is a three-leafed clover, grows abundantly in Ireland. It is believed that Saint Patrick, the patron Saint of Ireland, used the Shamrock to the spread of Christianity in the country, since the three leaves of this plant could represent the Holy Trinity. Other sources indicate that the Shamrock and the number three were considered magical in the Celtic tradition, so there was a belief that this plant to bring good luck.

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The legend of and his pot is known all over the world. Leprechaun - the magical character of the traditional Irish folklore. Dressed in a green Leprechaun costume is often portrayed as a bearded dwarf. He's a great lover of various jokes and pranks Leprechaun

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In ancient times, the Irish loved to entertain guests with the harp. Since then, this musical instrument has become one of the most beloved characters Ireland . Her image is engraved on the coins 1500's. Also harp seen on banners of the funeral procession, were waved in the last way of Queen Elizabeth I. the Harp was also featured prominently in the Irish rebellion of 1798, when it became part of the national flag of Ireland

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The modern flag of Ireland consists of white, orange and green colors . white color is a symbol of peace between the Irish agreement between Catholics (green) and Protestants (orange color).

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Dublin The capital's a business and commercial center of the country

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St. Patrick's Cathedral - the largest Church in Ireland. Feature of Dublin is that it has two cathedrals. The official residence of the Archbishop of Dublin is located in the Cathedral of Christ. St. Patrick's Cathedral

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Ruins of an ancient monastery on the banks of the river Shannon in County OFFALY include the Cathedral, castle, tower, numerous temples, high crosses and a large collection of tombstones, named a national treasure Ireland. Clonmacnoise Monastery

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