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As the chill of Halloween approaches, Ireland’s ancient myths and stories come to life, and one creature that stands out in this season of mystery is the Púca (or Pooka). This mischievous spirit has been part of Irish folklore for…
At this scary time of year, Dublin is packed with incredible events that you absolutely cannot miss. Get into the spirit of Halloween, take in the eerie atmosphere and feel the supernatural power. Just be careful of any roaming ghosts. …
Hailing from the bustling metropolis of São Paulo, Brazil, Vini Bustamante is a talented art director and artist that lives and works in Dublin, Ireland. While his creative work on advertising campaigns of well-known brands, like Bacardi and LIDL, have…
Dublin is an absolutely vibrant city where music, art and literature have their own place. Dublin is also home to some of the finest theatres in Europe. Famous playwrights have performed in this city over the generations, leaving an impressive…
Ireland’s birds are absolutely incredible. Since Ireland is an island, the country gets many seabirds, migratory birds, and some birds that live here full time. There have also been some very rare birds spotted on this island, like the Yellow-crowned…
The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival 2024 is showcasing some big names in the genre from around the globe. These acts are set to take to the stage and delight the audience with smooth sounds and soulful rhythms for 5 full…
While Italian immigrants have never been on a massive scale in Ireland compared to other countries like the United States or Argentina, there has been a historical presence of Italians in Ireland dating back to the 19th century. The Italian…
Since Halloween originated in Ireland, there are many cool Irish Halloween traditions. The holiday comes from a traditional Celtic holiday called Samhain, which translates to “summer’s end”. The holiday marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of…
Halloween, celebrated on October 31st, is a vibrant tapestry, a heavy cloth that has designs or pictures woven into it and that is used for wall hangings, curtains, etc. of customs, costumes, and festive fun. While today’s Halloween is all…
