presentation about ireland

Ireland is an island nation on the westernmost edge of Europe. It is the continent's second largest island (after Great Britain).

Ireland is an island nation on the westernmost edge of Europe. It is the continent's second largest island (after Great Britain). The Republic of Ireland occupies 80 percent of this landmass, while a large chunk of land in the north is part of the United Kingdom .

Ireland is known for its wide expanses of lush, green fields. In fact, its nickname is the Emerald Isle. But there are also large areas of rugged, rocky landscape. About 15,000 years ago, Ireland was completely covered by thick glaciers. The movement of these giant sheets of ice stripped the soil, leaving huge tracts of flat, limestone pavement.

The midlands and west coast of Ireland are dotted with damp peat bogs, the soggy remains of dried-up ancient lakes left by the glaciers. Ireland's highlands rise mainly in the southwest, often ending at sheer cliffs that plunge thousands of feet into the Atlantic Ocean.

Map created by National Geographic Maps

PEOPLE & CULTURE

Ireland is a nation of storytellers. The tradition dates back to Celtic bards, who would record and recite the country's history. Many famed writers come from Ireland, including several winners of the Nobel Prize for literature. 

The Irish have a great affection for nature and rural life. The country's first coins even featured pictures of animals. Low levels of development and pollution in Ireland have left most of the nation's open spaces relatively undisturbed.

Did you know that there are no wild snakes in Ireland? The sea has stopped many animals common on mainland Europe from reaching the island. There are also only two wild mouse species, one type of lizard, and just three kinds of amphibians.

Irish wildlife is protected by government conservation programs. To preserve natural habitat, the government has established six national parks and hundreds of national heritage areas throughout the country.

GOVERNMENT & ECONOMY

The government of Ireland consists of an elected parliament, which makes the laws, and a president, who is head of state. The head of the government is the Taoiseach (pronounced tee-shuck), which means "chief." The Taoiseach is the leader of the political party with the most parliament members.

For most of its history, Ireland's economy has been based on farming and agriculture. But since the late 1950s, government efforts to attract business have turned the country from one of Europe's poorest nations to its second wealthiest. The amazing turnaround earned Ireland the nickname "Celtic Tiger."

Archaeologists think the first people to settle in Ireland arrived around 6000 B.C. By 3500 B.C., settlers were using stone tools to clear farmlands. Around 700 B.C., a diverse and technologically advanced culture from central Europe called the Celts began to settle the island. They would thrive there for nearly 2,000 years.

In the ninth century A.D., Viking invaders began raids into Ireland. They established settlements that later became some of the country's main cities, including the capital, Dublin. The Vikings and Celts fought often for 200 years until a battle in 1014 united the country. Peace broke down quickly though, and Ireland was divided into many kingdoms.

In 1170, Norman Vikings who had taken control of England invaded Ireland and made it an English territory. In the early 1600s, England's official religion became Protestant while most Irish remained Roman Catholic. This would create tensions that would eventually lead to revolution and Ireland's independence.

By the 1820s, British laws unfair to Catholics had sparked a mass movement for Irish sovereignty. In 1829, many of those laws were overturned, but Ireland still wanted freedom. In 1922, after violent uprisings, the Irish Free State was created within the British Empire.

Watch "Destination World"

North america, south america, more to explore, u.s. states and territories facts and photos, destination world.

• Terms of Use
• Privacy Policy
• Your California Privacy Rights
• Children's Online Privacy Policy
• Interest-Based Ads
• About Nielsen Measurement
• Do Not Sell My Info
• National Geographic
• National Geographic Education
• Shop Nat Geo
• Customer Service
• Manage Your Subscription

Copyright © 1996-2015 National Geographic Society Copyright © 2015-2024 National Geographic Partners, LLC. All rights reserved

• DIGITAL MAGAZINE

MOST POPULAR

Ireland facts: all about the Emerald Isle!

Ready to discover one of europe’s most beautiful countries.

Ready to discover one of Europe’s most beautiful countries? Then check out our cool  Ireland facts …

Ireland facts

OFFICIAL NAME : Éire, Republic of Ireland FORM OF GOVERNMENT : Constitutional Democracy CAPITAL : Dublin POPULATION : 4, 859, 511 MONETARY UNIT : Euro OFFICIAL LANGUAGES : Irish/English AREA : 68,890 square kilometres MAJOR MOUNTAIN RANGES : Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Wicklow Mountains MAJOR RIVERS : Shannon, Liffey, Boyne, Moy, Barrow

Map of Ireland

Ireland: geography and landscape.

Ireland is an island nation on the westernmost edge of Europe. It is the continent’s second largest island (after Great Britain). The Republic of Ireland occupies 80 percent of this landmass, while a large chunk of land in the north, called Northern Ireland , is part of the United Kingdom. All together, the island of Ireland is made up of 32 counties .

Ireland is known for its wide expanses of lush, green fields – so much so, that its nickname is the Emerald Isle . But there are also large areas of rugged, rocky landscape, too. About 15,000 years ago, Ireland was completely covered by thick glaciers. The movement of these giant sheets of ice stripped the soil, leaving huge tracts of flat, limestone ground.

The midlands and west coast of Ireland are dotted with damp peat bogs, the soggy remains of dried-up ancient lakes left by the glaciers. Ireland’s highlands rise mainly in the southwest, often ending at sheer cliffs that plunge thousands of feet into the Atlantic Ocean.

Ireland’s wildlife and nature

The Irish have a great affection for nature and rural life. The country’s first coins even featured pictures of animals. Low levels of development and pollution in Ireland have left most of the nation’s open spaces relatively undisturbed.

Did you know that there are no wild snakes in Ireland? The sea has stopped many animals common on mainland Europe from reaching the island. There are also only two wild mouse species (the wood mouse and house mouse), one type of lizard (the common lizard) and just three kinds of amphibians (the natterjack toad, smooth newt and common frog).

Irish wildlife is protected by government conservation programs. To preserve natural habitat, the government has established six national parks and hundreds of national heritage areas throughout the country. Great news!

Irish history

Archaeologists think the first people to settle in Ireland arrived around 6000 B.C. By 3500 B.C., settlers were using stone tools to clear farmlands. Around 700 B.C., a diverse and technologically advanced culture from central Europe, called the Celts , began to settle on the island. They would thrive there for nearly 2,000 years.

In the ninth century A.D., Viking invaders began raids into Ireland. They eventually established settlements that later became some of the country’s main cities, including the capital, Dublin . These aggressive arrivals fought with the Celts often for 200 years until a battle in 1014, known as the Battle of Clontarf , united the country. Peace broke down quickly though and Ireland was divided into many kingdoms.

In 1170, Norman Vikings who had taken control of England invaded Ireland and made it an English territory. In the early 1600s, England’s official religion became Protestant , while most Irish remained Roman Catholic . This would create tensions that would eventually lead to revolution and Ireland’s independence.?

By the 1820s, British laws unfair to Catholics had sparked a mass movement for Irish sovereignty. In 1829, many of those laws were overturned, but Ireland still wanted freedom. In 1922, after violent uprisings, the Irish Free State was created within the British Empire.

In 1948, most of Ireland became an independent country, while six mainly Protestant counties in the northeast remained a British territory.

Irish people and culture

Ireland is a nation of storytellers. The tradition dates back to Celtic bards, who would record and recite the country’s history. Many famed writers come from Ireland, including four winners of the Nobel Prize for literature. The Irish also excel in sports, music and dancing!

Irish government and economy

The government of Ireland consists of an elected parliament, which makes the laws, and a president, who is head of state. The head of the government is the Taoiseach (pronounced tee-shuck), which means “chief.” The Taoiseach is the prime minister, and leader of the political party with the most parliament members.?

For most of its history, Ireland’s economy has been based on farming and agriculture. But beginning in the late 1950s, government efforts to attract business turned the country from one of Europe’s poorest nations to its second wealthiest. The amazing turnaround and economic boom in the mid 1990s and early 2000s earned Ireland the nickname the “ Celtic Tiger .”

During the global financial crisis of 2008, Ireland entered a recession and the country experienced serious financial problems. But in the past few years Ireland’s economy has started to recover and is once again on the rise.

Image credits: Cliffs of Moher, Ireland: Ibeth Ibarra, Dreamstime. Boats and buildings in Dublin, Ireland: Somethingirish, Dreamstime. Traditional Irish women dancers: Danielc1998, Dreamstime. All other images: Getty Images UK

What did you make of our facts about ireland let us know by leaving a comment, below, leave a comment.

Your comment will be checked and approved shortly.

WELL DONE, YOUR COMMENT HAS BEEN ADDED!

That’s interesting

Interesting!

This is awesome

Wow I did not know all this stuff.but I do have a question does Ireland have any fun Facts like 1. Biggest country in the world 2. Most famous art piece There 3. Beautiful mountains 4. Most famous person is There ————————— Something like that not jest the Country name and the Capital name something fun?

I love ireland i was born there and lived there for a while, but now I immigrated to America!!! Erin Go Bragh

Hello, to everbody in Ireland you are amazing

I live in Ireland and I love it. Its not too hot its not to cold its just right

So fascinating

Good things are included on this site. Thank you for not wasting my time.

Wow! Thanks! This really helped me with my Ireland project! I actually live in Ireland and can confirm all these facts true! Once again thx so much! XOXO ANON

WOW, AMAZING

school is cool

This is very helpful for a homework related essay :)

THIS IS SO HELPFUL!!!!! five stars <33

This is very informational.Thanks!

I loved learning more about because l was born there

I live in Ireland!

I am irish!!!

sweet i <3 it

CUSTOMIZE YOUR AVATAR

More like countries.

Amazing places to visit this summer!

What’s it like to go to school in St Lucia?

USA facts: get ready for the lowdown on the Land of Opportunity!

Germany Facts

Sign up to our newsletter

Get uplifting news, exclusive offers, inspiring stories and activities to help you and your family explore and learn delivered straight to your inbox.

You will receive our UK newsletter. Change region

WHERE DO YOU LIVE?

COUNTRY * Australia Ireland New Zealand United Kingdom Other

By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and will receive emails from us about news, offers, activities and partner offers.

You're all signed up! Back to subscription site

Type whatever you want to search

More Results

You’re leaving natgeokids.com to visit another website!

Ask a parent or guardian to check it out first and remember to stay safe online.

You're leaving our kids' pages to visit a page for grown-ups!

Be sure to check if your parent or guardian is okay with this first.

An Introduction to Ireland

Ireland has long been known as the Emerald Isle , famous forits dramatic landscape, welcoming and friendly people and its historic monuments. Lesser known are the natural riches of the island, its unusual flora and its surprising fauna. In this introduction, we will take you on a quick tour of Ireland and give you tips on which places to visit on this wild outpost of Europe.

Table of Contents

Topography, Geography and Weather

The island of Ireland measures 84.421 square kilometres and sits at the north-western edge of Europe. It is separated from its neighbouring island of Britain by the North Channel and the Irish Sea. To the south of Ireland the Celtic Sea forms a natural border to France and continental Europe. To the west and north lies the Atlantic Ocean.

Ireland’s topography is often compared to a saucer. All the major mountain ranges are located in the coastal regions while the interior is for the most part a flat lowland plain. The highest of these mountains can be found in the south-west where they form the backbones of a number of narrow peninsulas.

In the West

The western part of the country is without a doubt the visually most enticing and hosts some of the most unique landscapes on the island, including the limestone karst of the Burren and the bleak and beautiful blanket bog and mountain landscape of Connemara. In addition the west is home to the last surviving native oak forests, and other unique plant communities.

In the East

The eastern half of the country is very different, with an almost continental flair. This is where most of the Irish live and the landscape is more domesticated, showing off the green checkerboard of fields, pastures and hedgerows one expects from Ireland. Even the coast appears more gentle, with long sandy beaches and the occasional headland fortified with sheer cliffs.

The Interior

The interior of the country is known as the Midlands, the inner part of the ‘saucer’. This plain once was covered by vast areas of raised bog. Today the Midlands feature a predominately farming landscape, with fields and hedgerows stretching into the distance. The majority of the peatlands have been converted into farmland or harvested for fuel and garden products, so only a few pockets of intact raised bog have survived.

Through the centre of this tranquil landscape flows Ireland’s longest river, the Shannon, opening into three large lakes along its course. The north-eastern corner of the midlands is dominated by a collection of lakes, known as the Fermanagh Lakelands, that cover most of County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland and parts of County Cavan and County Monaghan in the Republic.

The only noteworthy elevations in the midlands area are the Slieve Bloom Mountains, one of Ireland’s oldest mountain ranges that have been ground down to a series of rolling hills that overlook the vast central plain.

Administrative Division

Politically Ireland is divided into 4 provinces (Leinster – the east, Munster – the south-west, Connaught – the west and Ulster – the north) and 32 counties. 26 of those are in the Republic of Ireland and six, all located in Ulster, make up Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom (the seventh county of Ulster, Donegal, belongs to the Republic of Ireland).

The two capital cities, Dublin for the Republic of Ireland and Belfast for Northern Ireland, are also the two biggest urban areas in the country. Cork in the south and Limerick and Galway in the west are further major cities and between them these five metropolitan areas accommodate more than half of the entire population. The rest of the Irish residents live in small market towns, villages and, typical for the Irish countryside, spread out single housing.

Road Network

The road network that connects all these settlements has been greatly improved over the past few decades. A motorway network connects all of the major cities and even the most remote areas can be accessed via mostly decent roads.

The Irish climate is classified as temperate oceanic which means as much as damp and mild. Rain is never far away in Ireland and this high precipitation was partly responsible in the formation of the country’s blanket and raised bogs. Spring and autumn are statically the driest seasons, winter the wettest and the summer not far behind. Temperatures stay above freezing for most of the year and prolonged frost and snow are very rare and mostly limited to the far north and east of the country.

Climate change has manifested itself over the past decade with more and stronger severe storm events that often come with coastal flooding on one side and unusually long dry spells and heatwaves in early summer.

Irelands history is long and complicated. The first people arrived in Ireland around 8000 BC after the end of the last glaciation when Ireland was just transforming from an arctic tundra landscape to a mix of steppe and forest. These first settlers were Mesolithic hunter gatherers that lived from the land, never staying in one place for too long.

Around 4000 BC new arrivals to the island brought a new concept of living with them. These Neolithic farmers intermingled with the resident Mesolithic people who slowly adapted to the new settled lifestyle of farming.Ireland is rich in remains of this era: Standing stones, megalithic tombs and stone circles can be found all over the country.

The next arrivals were the Celts who started expanding their territory from their home in the alpine region of the European mainland around 1200 BC ago and arrived in Ireland around 500 BC. It is thought that the Celts arrived in small groups and over a prolonged period of time and slowly mixed with the residing population. Nevertheless because of their superior Iron Age technology and the close organisation of their family units the Celtic culture soon dominated all of Ireland.

Many of Ireland’s myths and legends date back to this time and although the 150 or so stories  that have survived are no true history they have played an important role in understanding and demystifying the Celts.

The Celts continued their way of life while the neighbouring Britain fell under Roman rule. For reasons unknown the Romans never tried to extend their empire to Ireland but it is thought that a close trade relationship existed between the two islands of Ireland and Britain.

St. Patrick

The rule of the Celts nevertheless came to an end when a new religion started to spread across Europe. St. Patrick is Ireland’s national saint who according to legend brought the Christian faith to Ireland and drove out the snakes in the process. This is one of the many occasions in Irish history where fact and fiction intertwine.

Patrick was born in northern Britain, where Christianity was already established, as Patricius around 387 AD, was kidnapped by Irish pirates at a young age and sold into slavery. It is said that he spent his time as a slave herding goats somewhere in Northern Ireland where according to legend the voice of God told him how to escape his masters and return home. Back home Patrick vowed to bring the word of god back to Ireland and true to his word he did return and set out to bring Christianity to Ireland.

Christianity

In reality Patrick was likely one of a several missionaries that travelled Ireland, preaching the new religion and founding monasteries. The new religion spread fast and within a few centuries Ireland was converted to Christianity. This was the beginning of what is known as the Golden Age in Irish history.

With the rest of Europe descending into chaos after the collapse of the Roman Empire, Ireland flourished under its new religion and the Irish monasteries became centres of culture and learning, attracting pilgrims and students from the continent. As a result the Irish monasteries grew wealthy and powerful which is reflected in lavishly illustrated books like the Book of Kells and other artwork from that time.

Vikings’ Raids

The riches of the Irish monasteries not surprisingly attracted raiders, first and foremost Vikings from Scandinavian countries. At first the Vikings employed a hit and run tactic but over time established bases along Ireland’s coast. These bases grew into settlements and eventually towns and cities: Dublin, Galway, Limerick, Waterford and Wexford, all originated as Viking settlements.Subsequently the invaders started to mingle with the locals, injecting Viking beliefs and lifestyle into the Irish way of life.

Ireland Under British Rule

At that time Ireland was made up of many small kingdoms that were in constant warfare with each other which eventually lead to the darkest part in Irish history. In 1152 the infamous Diarmuit Mac Murchada, King of Leinster, formed an alliance with Henry II, king of England. This alliance was the beginning of the Norman invasion that made Ireland part of the British Empire.

In the centuries that followed the English rule systematically suppressed the Irish way of life and planted English settlers on Irish land. Irish language, traditions and religion (the Irish were of catholic faith while the English were mainly protestants) were outlawed. As a result the majority of the Irish population lived in poverty. Occasional, mostly local, rebellions were dealt with brutally by the occupiers and the inability of the country to unite made these uprisings short lived.

The Great Famine

At the time the potato had become the main food stable for the Irish. When potato blight destroyed most of the crop in 1846 and the three following years and the English government failed to respond accordingly, Ireland was thrown into what became known as the Great Famine. One million people died; another million fled the island to America, Australia and Britain.

Struggle for Independence

In the end the Great Famine increased the hatred of the Irish for the English even more but also laid the seed for the long struggle for independence. After more failed rebellions and political attempts for an independent Ireland, a group of revolutionaries took hold of strategic buildings in Dublin on the easter weekend of 1916, an event known as the Easter Rising. The uprising was unsuccessful but marked the first step to an independent Ireland.

In 1919 the still intact group that had launched the Easter Rising declared the first independent Irish government. Part of this unofficial government was a military arm which became known as the Irish Republican Army, the IRA. What followed was a bloody guerrilla war that ended in 1921 with the signing of the Anglo-Irish.

Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland

Treaty which granted Ireland dominion status and gave permission to form its own government. The lasting side effect of this treaty was the separation of the island into Northern Ireland and the Irish Free State which eventually would become the Republic of Ireland in 1937.

This separation and the subsequent discrimination of the catholic minority in Northern Ireland was the cause of a long lasting and bloody civil war, known as The Troubles, that only came to an end in 1998 with the Good Friday Agreement which gave Northern Ireland its own government and some degree of independence from England.

Today the Republic of Ireland is a completely independent state while Northern Ireland is still part of Great Britain but like Scotland and Wales can form its own government.

On the ground you won’t notice much difference between the “South” and the “North”. People all over Ireland are generally welcoming, friendly and helpful. All that changes is the local dialect which in some places is – for the non-native speaker -hardly recognisable as English and in some areas the guttural sounds you will overhear in the pub actually aren’t English.

Ireland’s official language is Irish, a form of Gaelic, but it is only spoken on a daily basis in a few small areas, mostly on the west coast, which are known as Gaeltachts and even here the people also speak English.

Other traditions that define the Irish are music (Irish traditional music is known all over the world), sports (hurling and camogie are a faster and more brutal form of hockey and Gaelic football which has similarities with rugby and soccer), the “cuppa tea” (tea is still the most consumed beverage in Ireland although coffee has become more popular in recent years) and the famous Irish Breakfast.

The latter differs slightly regionally but the key ingredients are sausages, rashers (bacon), black and white pudding, egg and tomatoe which are served with soda bread (also known as brown bread which is made from flour, buttermilk and bicarbonate of soda) and toast.

Places to visit

Natural heritage.

• Killarney National Park

Ireland is the least forested country in Europe and most of the little tree cover it has are commercial plantations and semi-natural woodlands that only had been established over the past few centuries. Ancient woodlands, which are known as Atlantic Rainforest, have only survived in pockets mostly in the south west of the country. The largest area of Atlantic Rainforest can be found in Killarney National Park which is one of Ireland’s most picturesque areas featuring mountains, lakes and moorlands in addition to the old, moss-covered forests.

• Loop Head Peninsula

Still a well-kept secret is the Loop Head peninsula which lies between the estuary of the river Shannon and the open Atlantic. The area boasts with some of Ireland’s most dramatic cliff sceneries and is also home to a variety of wildlife including Basking Sharks, seabird colonies and the Shannon Dolphins, an over 100 strong group of resident Bottlenose Dolphins.

The Burren is a landscape that seems out of place in Ireland, a vast limestone karst area consisting of flat limestone pavements dotted with boulders and stark, terraced hills. The area is internationally renowned for its unique flora, a rare combination of arctic, alpine and Mediterraneanwildflowers including Spring Gentian, Mountain Avens and various orchids. The Burren also has one of the densest accumulations of prehistoric and early-Christian monuments including the famous Poulnabrone portal tomb.

Connemara is a large peninsula to the north west of Galway city with a mesmerizing beauty. The coast is a mixture of sandy beaches and mostly flat, rocky shores. Unique to the area are the so-called Coral Strands that consists of coarse and bleached pieces of coralline algae and shells. Adjoining the coast are areas of Machair, a rare coastal grassland that can only be found in the west of Ireland and Scotland and which is home to a variety of scarce wildflowers including many orchids.

The hinterland is dominated by vast stretches of seemingly desolate blanket bog which on closer inspection host myriads of wildlife including carnivorous plants. The centre of Connemara is dominated by two mountain ranges that rise from the plains, the Twelve Bens and Maumturk Mountains.

• Antrim Coast and Glens

The Antrim Coast and Glens are part of Northern Ireland and occupy the north-eastern corner of Ireland. The coast consists of geologically interesting rocky cliffs and shores, including the basalt columns of the Giant’s Causeway which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sandy beaches and dune systems and small picturesque harbours.

Away from the coast lie the Nine Glens, which were carved into a vast plateau during the ice ages and each with its own character. The highlight is Glenarriff, also known as the Queen of the Glens, that features a narrow, wooded gorge and several waterfalls.

• The Midlands

The Midlands are mostly a gentle farming landscape but are home to two of Ireland’s most precious habitats. One are the floodplains of the Shannon Callows that line Ireland’s longest river, the Shannon, between Lough Ree and Lough Derg. These pastures are still traditionally managed and have kept most of their rich wildlife which includes rare wildflowers and threatened bird species.

The other habitat are the remains of the once vast raised bogs which are also home to many rare plants and animals.

• Wicklow Mountains National Park

The Wicklow Mountains National Park lies just south of Dublin city and contains some of Ireland’s most beautiful spots, one of which is Glendalough which is most famous for its early Christian monastic city. Apart from this important heritage site, the valley hosts two lakes, woodland as well as areas of blanket bog and heath which can all be explored via numerous signposted walks.

• The Atlantic Ocean

Ireland’s south west and west coast is one of Europe’s best places for whale and dolphin watching from both land and boat. The most common species are Common and Bottlenose Dolphin, Harbour Porpoise, Minke Whale, Humpback Whale and Fin Whale but Orcas, Blue Whales and others have also been spotted. Basking Sharks, the Earth’s second largest fish, and the odd-looking Sunfish are also regular visitors.

Built Heritage

• Blarney Castle

Located in County Cork this is probably Ireland’s most famous medieval building and features the Blarney Stone, which allegedly gives you the gift of eloquence once you have kissed it.

• Muckross House and Gardens

Located in Killarney National Park this 19 th century mansion seems to have escaped from a fairy-tale and is also well known for its formal gardens.

• Clonmacnoise

Located in County Offaly at the Shannon Callows this is one of Ireland’s most important monastic sites. During Ireland’s Golden Age, Clonmacnoise attracted pilgrims and students from all over Europe and was a centre for scholarship and trade.

The second largest city in Ireland, located in the southwest, famous for its Cathedral.  You can   catch a cruise from Southampton to Cork  and sail the island’s east coast right up to Belfast, the cosmopolitan capital of Northern Ireland .

• Galway City

Arguably Ireland’s most beautiful and vibrant city which mixes a modern atmosphere with historic buildings.

• Ceide Fields

Located in County Mayo this place features a stone age field system and other structures from the period which were covered with blanket bog and discovered only by chance in the early 20 th century when the local school teacher cut his turf.

• Birr Castle Demesne

Located in County Offaly the demesne features vast formal gardens with exotic plants and the Great Telescope which, for a time, was the largest of its kind in the world.

• Trim Castle

Located in County Meath this is the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland and has made an appearance in the Hollywood movie Braveheart.

• Hill of Tara

Located in County Meath this site is steeped in legend and history and was once the seat of the Irish High Kings.

• Bru Na Boinne

Located in County Meath this site features three major megalithic burial tombs – Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth – and is together with the nearby Hill of Tara the most important historic site in Ireland.

• Dublin City

Ireland’s capital city features an enticing mix of old and new, Europe’s largest enclosed urban park, Phoenix Park, and a beautiful coastline.

To learn more about Ireland’s natural wonders visit the Crossbill Guides Foundation wildlife page for Ireland!

Or buy the Crossbill guidebook for Ireland :  

The Author:

Carsten Krieger is a photographer and author who has been living in Ireland since 2002. Since then he has been working as a photographer in the tourism sector and produced and contributed to 20 books. Since 2018 he is mainly working in nature conservation and nature tourism. He started the Wild Loop Head project  and is working as project manager for the Crossbill Guides Foundation . More information is available on Carsten’s website www.carstenkrieger.com .

Take a look at more Crossbill Guide Books:

Disclaimer: Journey Beyond the Horizon is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon and affiliated sites at no additional cost to you.

Like it? Pin it here⇓! Follow us on  Facebook ,  Twitter  and  Instagram !

Hi, we are Krasen and Ying Ying. Krasen is from Bulgaria, and Ying Ying is from China. We are passionate about geography and history, and we believe that the best way to experience it is by exploring the Earth in reality, not in a school, and not virtually.

So, we created this blog Journey Beyond the Horizon, where we share geographical knowledge, travel guides and tips how to experience it when you explore our planet, and a lot of inspiration.

And we wish you a happy journey, not just virtually, but most of all- in reality.

You may also like

If you like your holiday lively and exciting, you probably love indulging in unexpected activities…

Europe is one of the most favorite places to travel for many people in the…

Let's make a trip to the oldest living city in Europe, and the 6th oldest…

Related Posts

How to Explore Lisbon, Portugal in 2 Days

10 Most Adventurous Things To Do In the UK

Leave a comment cancel reply.

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Facts About Ireland – 25 Interesting Things About Ireland

Categories Culture and Food

Are you looking for interesting facts about Ireland? 

From a musical instrument as its national symbol , an official language that’s not English to a certain slithering creature that won’t make it to the Emerald Isle — there are many Ireland facts and things about this country that are not quite usual.

Here are some facts about Ireland that may delight, surprise, or make you grab a pint of Guinness.

Things you'll find in this article

 25 Interesting Facts About Ireland

1. the emerald isle is taken from ireland’s green landscape., 2. there was a civilization in ireland from 12,000 bc, 3. ireland is divided into 2 countries, 4. ireland is one of the biggest exporters of potatoes, lamb and beef, 5. ireland is the only country with harp as a national symbol, 6. english is not always the main language in ireland, 7. irish gaelic is the official language of the country, 8. irish descendants can claim citizenship, 9. most irish people are celtic in origin, 10. light blue is the original color of st. patrick’s day and not green, 11. ireland is a popular filming locations for some of greatest movies of all  time. , 12. the oldest pub in ireland is said to be over 900 years old., 13. ireland has the most castles in the world , 14. the oldest occupied castle in ireland is killyleagh, 15. the longest name in the english language is in a tiny village in ireland, 16. ireland is the birth place of world-renowned beer guinness , 17. despite having the most popular beers in the world, ireland only ranks 6th as beer drinkers., 18. it is illegal to drink in public in ireland , 19. potato famine killed millions in ireland, 20. potato famine caused a popular decline in ireland, 21. there are between 70-80 millions people worldwide to have irish ancestry, 22. there’s no snake in ireland, 23. st. patrick is not an irish, 24. ireland is the birthplace of ireland, 25. there’s a leprechaun museum in dublin.

Ireland’s landscape apart from the rugged mountains and dramatic cliffs are made up of lush greenery and rolling hills which are mostly forested, which is why it’s called the Emerald Isle.

The grass, plants, and trees are kept green and blooming because Ireland receives a lot of rain every year.

There is evidence of the human presence in Ireland dated 12,000 BC. This was proven by a bear bone that was found in a cave. The bear bone had clear cut marks from stone tools.

The bone was discovered in 1903 but it was re-examined in 2010 using better technology. This bear bone proves that Ireland was already inhabited by humans during the Palaeolithic era.

There’s only one ‘isle of Ireland’ but it is divided into two parts: Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland is under the United Kingdom, while the Republic of Ireland is an independent country.

In 1998, a peace agreement was signed between Great Britain, Ireland, and Northern Ireland. As part of this agreement, Ireland gave up control of Northern Ireland to the United Kingdom.

With its lands that are ideal for farming, Ireland is able to export potatoes as well as lamb and beef. The country also exports zinc and lead, machinery and pharmaceuticals. Ireland’s imports meanwhile include aircraft parts, oil, petroleum gases, and vehicles.

Ireland has a unique, and beautiful national symbol and it’s the harp . It is the only country in the world that uses a musical instrument as its symbol.  Trinity College in Dublin is home to some of the oldest harps in the world.

English was not always the main language in Ireland. It was only introduced here in the 12th century. English may be the widely spoken language in Ireland today but the native language is Irish Gaelic. 

Irish is the Gaelic language that belongs to the Celtic side of the Indo-European language tree, and it is not like English at all. It remains to be the first spoken language in Cork , Donegal , Galway , and Kerry , as well as in the smaller parts of Mayo , Meath , and Waterford .

Irish Gaelic is still taught to the kids in schools, where it is a required subject. Irish Gaelic is also still the country’s official language.

Read: 30 Irish Slangs That You Need To Know

If any of your grandparents are Irish, you can claim Irish citizenship. If you can prove it, then you most definitely can and should apply for Irish citizenship.

Once you become Irish, you can get a passport that’s quite useful when traveling as it covers most European countries.

The Celtics or Celts — mysterious ancient people is known for being treacherous warriors and for their intricate symbolic art are often associated with Ireland, Scotland , and Wales.

Recent findings showed though that the Celts did not originate or were exclusive to these countries, as they were of Indo-European origin.

However, Ireland is among the known distinct Celtic regions and is called Eire. Most Irish people also consider themselves to be of Celtic origin.

Tree of Life Celtic Symbol

A lot of non-Irish people often associated the color green with St. Patrick or Ireland itself.   Historians say that the right color for St. Patrick and his feast day : Irish National Holiday is light blue.

However, green actually became popular during the 1798 Irish rebellion when the clover became a symbol of Irish pride and nationalism.

With its diverse, dramatic, and stunning landscape, Ireland is a favorite filming location to some of the more notable films of the past decades. These include Star Wars which was filmed on the magnificent Skellig Michael and Braveheart in some of the country’s medieval castles .

The picturesque Cliffs of Moher meanwhile was the setting in some of the memorable parts of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince‬, ‪The Mackintosh Man‬ , and ‪Princess Bride. ‬

Skellig Michael – filming location for Star Wars films

Sean’s Bar in Athlone is said to be the oldest pub in Ireland , as it’s said to date back to 900 years, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.

Ireland has a turbulent history that’s filled with battles, conquests, invasions, rebellions, and all put wars. This is why fortresses were built to protect certain areas or even families, and these structures are all over the country.

Ireland is now known all over the world for having the most number of castles, totaling to more than 30,000 including ruins. Most of these castles are converted into private homes, hotels , cultural centers, offices, and museums.

Ashford Castle

The oldest occupied castle in Ireland is the Killyleagh Castle, which is located in Castle in County Down.

Ireland has some pretty strange and difficult to pronounce names for some of its towns, villages, and cities. The longest name of them all is Muckanaghederdauhaulia. That one’s a tiny village in Connemara in Co. Galway .

It has 22 letters and considered to be the longest name in the English language. The name was taken from  Dhá Sháilemeaning, which means ‘pig-marsh between two salt waters’.

Guinness Beer is the most popular drink in Ireland , where it also originated. This beer which is also referred to as the ‘dark stuff’ can be bought all over the country in pubs and grocery stores.

The Irish are known as heavy beer drinkers, and all over the world, the country ranks as the sixth-highest consumer of beer per capita.

It ranks behind the Czech Republic, Namibia, Austria, Germany, and Poland. The average Irish person is said to consume 100 liters of beer each year.

With that interesting statistics, there is actually a drinking law in Ireland that says it is illegal to be drunk in public. It was enacted in 2009 for the purpose of maintaining public order and safety .

One of the most devastating periods in Irish history is the Potato Famine of the 1800s when the country’s staple crop failed. Approximately a million people died of starvation and disease between 1946 and 1951.

From 1945 to 1955, around two million emigrated to seek a better life in other countries.

The Famine Memorial in Dublin

The Potato Famine in the 1800s led to the significant population decline in Ireland when Irish people left the country en masse to escape the famine.

The country has yet to recover from this, as the current population of both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland is below seven million.

Around 70-80 million people worldwide claim to be part Irish or have Irish ancestry. It’s not easy to get the exact numbers but countries like Australia, Argentina, Canada, and South Africa are among the countries with the highest amount of those with Irish lineage outside of the United Kingdom.

One of the oldest legends in Ireland is that its patron saint, St. Patrick, rid the country of snakes. There is no proof of that, though, but it is true that those slithering creatures never made it to Ireland from Britain.

Ireland is isolated, and many animal species usually found in Europe are not found here such as moles, polecats, weasels, and snakes.

Despite being the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick is not Irish. He was in fact British and according to historical accounts of his life, he was kidnapped as a teen and brought to Ireland as a slave. He escaped but came back years later to convert the Irish people to Christianity.

Halloween is of Irish origin. It came from the Irish festival called Samhain. It is a Celtic harvest festival, where the Celts believe that at the end of summer, the gulf that separates our world from the world of ghosts becomes thin.

This occurrence makes it possible for bad creatures to wander the earth. It was the Irish immigrants in the US who made Halloween popular in the 19th century.

Did you know that there’s a national Leprechaun Museum in Dublin ?  These green creatures that look like an elf and gnome hybrid are a huge part of Irish tradition.

These tiny men (female leprechauns don’t exist apparently) who can fit on top of your shoulder are harmless, maybe a bit mischievous sometimes but they are said to have lots of treasures buried all over Ireland.

Hi, I’m Christine – a full-time traveler and career woman. Although I’m from the Philippines, my location independent career took me to over 40 countries for the past 8 years. I also lived in 3 continents – from the Caribbean, South East Asia to Africa. But despite living in several countries, my love for Ireland remains the same. A country that had been a part of my life since I was 14 because of my love for Irish music and bands. Ireland Travel Guides was born because of this passion and hopefully, in some little ways, this website will be able to help you on your next trip to Ireland.

Got any suggestions?

We want to hear from you! Send us a message and help improve Slidesgo

Top searches

Trending searches

memorial day

12 templates

ai technology

174 templates

150 templates

18 templates

15 templates

computer network

71 templates

Ireland Tourism Campaign

It seems that you like this template, ireland tourism campaign presentation, free google slides theme, powerpoint template, and canva presentation template.

Planning to launch a tourism campaign for Ireland? This editable template is perfect for companies and organizations looking to promote the Emerald Isle. Showcase the country's stunning landscapes, friendly locals and vibrant culture with editable resources such as vector images, maps and graphs. Plus, you can edit it on the fly, giving you the flexibility to make changes and keep up with the latest trends. Download this creative design now!

Features of this template

• 100% editable and easy to modify
• 34 different slides to impress your audience
• Contains easy-to-edit graphics such as graphs, maps, tables, timelines and mockups
• Includes 500+ icons and Flaticon’s extension for customizing your slides
• Designed to be used in Google Slides, Canva, and Microsoft PowerPoint
• 16:9 widescreen format suitable for all types of screens
• Includes information about fonts, colors, and credits of the resources used

How can I use the template?

Am I free to use the templates?

How to attribute?

Attribution required If you are a free user, you must attribute Slidesgo by keeping the slide where the credits appear. How to attribute?

Related posts on our blog.

How to Add, Duplicate, Move, Delete or Hide Slides in Google Slides

How to Change Layouts in PowerPoint

How to Change the Slide Size in Google Slides

Related presentations.

Premium template

Unlock this template and gain unlimited access

Created on May 21, 2020

More creations to inspire you

Fall zine 2018.

Presentation

BRANCHES OF U.S. GOVERNMENT

Quote of the week activity - 10 weeks, master's thesis english, spanish: partes de la casa with review, private tour in são paulo, summer zine 2018.

Discover more incredible creations here

Glisse les étiquettes au bon endroit et tu verras probablement un Leprechaun apparaître. Clique sur les carrés oranges afin de voir les traductions.

Protestantismbecame theofficial religion.Tensions startedbecause Irishpeople weremainly Catholics.

After many centuries of wars and tensions between England and Ireland, Ireland is split into two: The Republic of Ireland (independant) and Northern Ireland (British).

The Celts settled on the island.

Norman vikings, who invaded England, invaded Ireland. Ireland became an English territory.

Saint Patrick spread Christianity.

Camogie is a variant of hurling, it is only played by women.

Players use a stick (un bâton) called a hurl to hit a small ball (the sliotar) in the goals. A player can take the ball in his hands for four steps (quatre pas). If the ball goes between the bars: 1pt, if the ball goes into the net (le filet): 3pts.

Gaelic football is very popular in Ireland. A team is composed of 15 players. Players must put the ball in the goals. Players can take the balls in their hands, they can drop it (laisser tomber) or toe-kick it (la tapper avec le bout des pieds et la faire revenir dans les mains).

Gaelic footbal

Gaelic Games

Source: https://www.natgeokids/

Northern Ireland

The Republic of Ireland

OFFICIAL NAME: Northern IrelandCAPITAL: BelfastPOPULATION: 1,893,667 MONETARY UNIT: Pound sterlingOFFICIAL LANGUAGES: English AREA: 14,130 square kilometres

OFFICIAL NAME: Éire, Republic of Ireland CAPITAL: DublinPOPULATION: 4, 859, 511 MONETARY UNIT: Euro OFFICIAL LANGUAGES: Irish/English AREA: 68,890 square kilometres

Quick Facts

Source: https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Ireland/345711

The Republic of Ireland occupies most of the island of Ireland. Its neighbor, Northern Ireland, occupies one-sixth of the island. The Irish Sea separates Ireland from Great Britain. The Atlantic Ocean borders western Ireland. Ireland is mainly composed of grasslands, it is why Ireland is nicknamed The Emerald Isle. In Ireland, you will find mice, hares, one type of lizard and three types of amphibians. There are no snakes in Ireland! Click on the map to discover famous places in Ireland!Vocabulary:A neighbor: un voisin; Mice: des souris (sing.: mouse)A grassland: Une prairie Hares: Des lièvres (sing: hare)To nickname: Surnommer A lizard; un lézard

Source: https://kids.kiddle.co/Culture_of_Ireland

Here are some food that are typical: Oysters (huîtres), soda bread, Irish stew (un bouillon composé de mouton, d'oignons et de pommes de terre), boiled bacon and cabbage (chou), salmon, black pudding (boudin noir), and with it? A typical Guinness beer.

Ireland is famous for its tradional Irish dancers and its folk music! The traditional dance is called tap-dancing, they mainly use their shoes.

Many legends come from Ireland like the Leprechaun which is a mischievous fairy type creature in emerald green clothing who when not playing tricks spend all their time busily making shoes. If you catch a Leprechaun, he will grant you three wishes.

The national holiday in the Republic of Ireland is Saint Patrick's Day, that falls on the date 17 March and is marked by parades and festivals in cities and towns across the island of Ireland, and by the Irish people around the world. The festival is in remembrance to Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

Oscar WildeWriter

BonoU2 - Singer

Katie TaylorBoxer

Mary RobinsonFirst female president of Ireland

Maureen O'HaraActress

Liam NeesonActor

People in Ireland

Home Collections Maps Netherlands POWERPOINT PRESENTATION ABOUT IRELAND

Catchy PowerPoint Presentation About Ireland Template

Creative Ireland Map Slide

Features of the template.

• 100% customizable slides and easy to download.
• Slides are available in different nodes & colors.
• The slide contains 16:9 and 4:3 formats.
• Easy to change the colors of the slide quickly.
• Well-crafted template with instant download facility.  
• Simple map slide.

Netherlands

• Ireland Map
• Map Of Ireland
• Ireland Map With 4 Points
• Ireland Country Map

1282+ Templates

69+ Templates

107+ Templates

41+ Templates

29+ Templates

27+ Templates

12+ Templates

72+ Templates

North america map

20+ Templates

South america map

15+ Templates

You May Also Like These PowerPoint Templates

Pete’s PowerPoint Station

• Science Index
• Math/Maths Index
• Language Arts/Literature Index
• Social Studies Index
• Holidays Index
• Art, Music, and Many More, A-Z
• Meteorology
• Four Seasons
• Pre-Algebra
• Trigonometry
• Pre-Calculus & Calculus
• Language Arts
• Punctuation
• Social Studies
• World Religions
• US Government
• Criminal Justice
• Famous People
• American History
• World History
• Ancient History
• The Middle Ages
• Architecture
• All Topics, A–Z
• Privacy & Cookie Policy
• Presentations

Free Presentations in PowerPoint format

Ireland – General Description

Ireland – An Introduction

Ireland – Geography, Government, History

Ireland – The Green Land

Irish Culture

Let’s Learn about Ireland

The Republic of Ireland

Republic of Ireland – Key Facts

Take a Tour of Ireland

St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day Index

Celts Presentations at Mr. Donn

The Celts – Celtic Nations

Celtic Culture

Celts – Who Were the Celts?

The Celts Index

See Also: United Kingdom , Catholic Church

Play Some Games – The Celts

Learn about the Celts

St Patrick’s Day

Ireland for Kids

Irish games

For Teachers

Ireland for Teachers

Free Clipart

Free Templates

MyFreeSlides

Ireland Google Slides and Powerpoint Template

Ireland google slides themes and powerpoint template.

This Trendy Country PowerPoint Template is a nice and captivating presentation for multipurpose uses, you are free to use for school, colleges, corporal meeting presentations. Also, can be used by teachers, businessman, employees, startups to show professional look in their presentation. You can use it to present the Nation’s demographical, cultural and geographical topics along with their Flags icons which can be used as various Powerpoint Presentations.

Companies or startups can also easily use these Free google slides themes to market, Report and demonstrate their new product’s launch and the services they provide in a specific country or their growth in international markets. This Powerpoint template can also be used to create projects of school, colleges on History, Geography or report on the country.

The Free Ireland Powerpoint template features:

1. Intro and History slide : Start your presentation by adding the introduction about the country, it’s history and evolution that is how are the people evolve in the country their tradition, culture, religion, dressing sense, etc. Add an image to enhance the quality of your presentation. 2. Famous Personalities : Include the names of some of the famous persons, explorers, reformers, noble people, democrats, elite members, etc. 3. Geography and Climate : Add points regarding the climatic conditions, geographical locations – latitudes & longitudes, etc. You can always use various Icons and shapes to make a presentation more interactive. 4. Government and policies : This free learning presentation can be used to include the running political party and its policies. Also, add few points regarding the economy and expenditure on different fields of the country that is education, sports, poverty, cleanliness, and environment, welfare for people, scientific research and technological improvement, defense and military, etc. 5. Extras : Powerpoint world map template slide to show the location, fun facts about the country, medical improvements, demographic slides, about (add population, capital, city details etc), Quotation slide, Title slide, etc.

Copy in Google Slide

Download as PPT

Contribute: Spread a Word!

• Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)
• Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)
• Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)

Discover more from MyFreeSlides

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Type your email…

Continue reading

• Ultimate Combo

• Sign Out Sign Out Sign In

254 Best Ireland-Themed Templates for PowerPoint & Google Slides

With over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, crystalgraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for powerpoint and google slides. so, take your time and look around. you’ll like what you see whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, crystalgraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. they love our products. we think you will, too" id="category_description">crystalgraphics creates templates designed to make even average presentations look incredible. below you’ll see thumbnail sized previews of the title slides of a few of our 254 best ireland templates for powerpoint and google slides. the text you’ll see in in those slides is just example text. the ireland-related image or video you’ll see in the background of each title slide is designed to help you set the stage for your ireland-related topics and it is included with that template. in addition to the title slides, each of our templates comes with 17 additional slide layouts that you can use to create an unlimited number of presentation slides with your own added text and images. and every template is available in both widescreen and standard formats. with over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, crystalgraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for powerpoint and google slides. so, take your time and look around. you’ll like what you see whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, crystalgraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. they love our products. we think you will, too.

Widescreen (16:9) Presentation Templates. Change size...

Landscape of Monastery of Clonmacnoise, Ireland over cloudy sky

PPT layouts consisting of blackrock castle and observarory in cork at sunset ireland backdrop

Slide deck enhanced with morning sunlight in beech alley the dark hedges in county antrim in rainy day which are the most photographed spot in northern ireland uk

Presentation design featuring 5 000 years old polnabrone dolmen in burren co clare - ireland

Presentation theme with 5 000 years old polnabrone dolmen in burren co clare - ireland

PPT theme consisting of flag of the european community and the flag of the united kingdom put together on a rustic wooden surface background

Slides enhanced with cliffs of moher at sunset in co clare ireland

Presentation design enhanced with kilmacduagh monastery with stone tower at sunset ireland

Presentation theme consisting of green irish clover leafs in the forest

Slide deck enhanced with ross castle near killarney co kerry ireland background

PPT theme consisting of ha'penny bridge is pedestrian bridge built in 1816 over river liffey in dublin ireland

Slides enhanced with poulnabrone portal tomb in burren at sunrise ireland backdrop

Theme featuring cliffs of moher at sunset co clare ireland background

Theme featuring mossy wood in ireland

PPT layouts having amazing sunset at the river of cork city in ireland

Slides featuring coins of ireland celtic harp depicted in the old irish one penny coin 1946

Slides having gate to adare castle - ireland hdr

PPT layouts featuring malahide castle in dublin ireland

Presentation design having 5 000 years old polnabrone dolmen in burren co clare - ireland background

PPT layouts featuring sunset over dunquin bay on dingle peninsula co kerry ireland

PPT layouts featuring boat at ross castle in co kerry ireland

Slide set enhanced with ruins of medieval dunluce castle north ireland county antrim background

Slide deck enhanced with mossy wood in ireland

Slides consisting of cliffs of moher at sunset - ireland

Presentation theme featuring kilmacduagh monastery in burren area - ireland

Presentation theme having sheep and rams in connemara mountains - ireland

PPT theme with bachelorette party friendship and travel concept - group of happy young women or female friends toasting non alcoholic drinks over ireland on background

PPT theme having ha'penny bridge in dublin ireland at night

Presentation theme having inside st patrick's cathedral in dublin ireland

Slide deck consisting of kilcoe castle on the coast of co cork ireland

PPT layouts with ruins of medieval dunluce castle north ireland county antrim background

Presentation design enhanced with clonmacnoise cathedral with the typical crosses and graves the monastery ruins ireland

Theme consisting of blackrock castle and observarory in cork ireland background

Slides with amazing sunset over the dunquin bay of dingle peninsula co kerry ireland

PPT layouts consisting of cliffs of moher at sunset - ireland

Slide set enhanced with dublin castle in dublin ireland

Theme consisting of coins of ireland celtic harp depicted in the irish pound coins

Slides having hand of a young man showing a signboard with the text brexit with a red telephone booth and the big ben in the background in london uk backdrop

PPT theme enhanced with flags of northern ireland on green grass

Presentation design with landscape with church ruins from the historical site of rock of cashel ireland

More ireland templates for powerpoint and google slides:.

Company Info

Explore our extensive selection of templates inspired by the beauty and rich culture of Ireland, available for use in PowerPoint, Google Slides and Canva. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity with 100% editable resources that you can download for free and use in your presentations. From picturesque green landscapes to vibrant traditional festivals, our slides capture the unique essence of Ireland in an authentic and immersive way.

With a wide variety of meticulously designed themes and backgrounds, our ppt templates are ready to suit any type of presentation you have in mind. Whether you’re sharing fascinating historical data, promoting stunning tourist destinations or delivering an academic lecture, our slides offer the flexibility and visual impact you need to stand out. Discover how our tools can elevate your presentations and captivate your audience with the magic and charm of Ireland in every slide.

Free Ireland Templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides

Ireland Customs Template

Ireland Tourism Template

Ireland independence template

Ireland Gastronomy Template

We use cookies to improve the experience of everyone who browses our website. Cookies Policy

Accept Cookies

Presentation Ireland works for a more compassionate, just and sustainable world. We are inspired by the people we work with, by their energy, creativity and enthusiasm.  We aim to work in innovative and inclusive ways. We seek to develop new approaches to learning and to create awareness of human rights, and sustainable living. We believe that small, well thought out actions can make a big difference.

We help people to design responses to unmet needs in our society. We try to use the learning from our work to influence public policy to promote inclusion and fairness.

Our work is rooted in the Christian tradition of faith and social justice. Presentation Ireland was set up by the Presentation Sisters. We follow the example of Venerable Nano Nagle, a Cork woman, who challenged institutional injustice by setting up small schools for poor children during the Penal Times in Ireland over 225 years ago.

Currently, our main areas of work are: social inclusion and outreach; learning innovation; ecology and sustainable living. In addition, we have recently embarked on an exciting project to promote greater collaboration among centres and programmes supported by the Presentation Sisters.

Presentation Ireland T: 353 1 454 7531 / F: 353 1 454 7526/ Email: [email protected]

‘Wild Ireland: Kingdom of Stone’ Review: Thriving Life on a Barren Coast

P ublic television’s science-class-cum-travelogue “Nature” ends its 42nd season with “Wild Ireland: Kingdom of Stone,” and while the venerable series has never been averse to including the role of homo sapiens in the state of the world, we have seldom been cited as such principals in the formation of the world: The strange beauty of the seemingly barren Burren of County Clare on the Atlantic coast is the result of deforestation, burning, erosion and the surfacing of the bottommost limestone shelf, itself made of 200 million years’ worth of fishbones. You could call it an eco-crime. But you would have to call it an eco-crime committed 4,000 years ago by Irish cavemen.

With its starkness and scalped stonework, the Burren wouldn’t be everyone’s idea of a vacation getaway, but some of us would go in a heartbeat and because of the very qualities that both writer-director John Murray and his camera crew exploit so gracefully. The weather is unfriendly, the ocean is fierce, there isn’t a McDonald’s for miles, and there’s a tangible sense of life at its most primal. But while a sense of solitude might be the most appealing quality of the Burren, the place actually teems with life, as an hourlong “Nature” presentation is apt to reveal. This life includes species that thrive precisely because the landscape is harsh and the number of predators so limited.

The rare but resurging pine marten—specifically, a mother of two kits, nested in a tree—provides a narrative hook, the mom providing very fresh food for her young until she can evict them (which she does). The program profiles many of the current inhabitants of the Burren—seven kinds of bat in the air; plankton-eating basking sharks in the waters; and, as close to the ground as possible, the “slow worm” (Anguis fragilis), which would be a snake if it didn’t have eyelids and is a slithery creature of the type St. Patrick supposedly rid the island of some 1,600 years ago.

But the remnants of bygone humans are easily as interesting as the beasts that flourish on the Burren, and are given equal attention from narrator Colin Stafford-Johnson: the approximately 5,000-year-old Poulnabrone Dolmen, for instance, which suggests a mini-Stonehenge and is the best known of many Neolithic burial sites in Ireland; or the ancient fieldstone fortresses on the nearby Aran Islands, which Mr. Stafford-Johnson describes as “chunks of the Burren trying to escape into the Atlantic.” Sometimes, worlds collide: Corcomroe Abbey, a 13th-century ruin once home to Cistercian monks, is now inhabited most regularly by jackdaws and kestrels.

As Messrs. Stafford-Johnson and Murray tell us, William Butler Yeats was among the forces in the early 20th-century Irish literary renaissance who were besotted by the region, its connection to ancient Hibernian culture and the symbolic qualities of the nation’s wildlife—whooper swans, for instance, which return to the region from Iceland every year and which, to Yeats, represented both cultural resilience and human impermanence. The focus of “Kingdom of Stone” ranges from the enormous to the minute—fin whales that populate the deepest parts of the Irish Atlantic and occasionally make an appearance off-shore; and the Marsh fritillary, Ireland’s rarest butterfly, “the only insect on the island with full legal protection.” Mr. Stafford-Johnson doesn’t elaborate on what that means, exactly, but one presumes it is meant to keep the Burren-dwelling Irish butterfly from going the way of those Burren-dwelling Irish Cistercians.

Mr. Anderson is the Journal’s TV critic.