Ireland

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Located in the Atlantic Ocean, Ireland has its share of troubled times. Yet the country is known for its charming people and warm hospitality.

Celtic tribes began to settle the island from 600 B.C. it was repeatedly invaded by Norsemen which was finally ended when King Brian Boru defeated the Danes in 1014. The English stated invading the territory in the 12th century touching off more than seven centuries of Anglo-Irish struggle characterized by violent rebellions and ruthless repressions.

The year 1916 saw a failed Easter Monday Rebellion setting off many years of guerrilla warfare. This resulted in independence from the UK for 26 southern counties in 1921. The country withdrew from the British Commonwealth in 1948. It became a member of the European Community in 1973. Since then it has emerged as a modern Celtic Tiger economy.

Travel overview
After having bore the burnt of terrorist violence, Ireland is now experiencing peace and tourism is flourishing. Known for its warm and inviting hospitality the country has many highlights including the cities of Dublin, Cork, Galway, Belfast and Cork.

Above all, tourists can enjoy the sheer thrill of experiencing the popular culture of Ireland. The Aran Islands, 17th century stone house, the King’s Head and Cork Butter Museum, are the other interesting places to see in Ireland. The venerated institution like the Basilica of Our Lady, Queen of Ireland in the city of Knock attracts those in search of spiritualism. The country has some beautiful castles like the Dunluce Castle.
Capital: Dublin
Location: Western Europe
Climate: temperate maritime, mild winters, cool summers, humid
Total Area: 70,280 sq km
Total Population: 4,109,086
Population Growth Rate: 1.143%
Sex Ratio: 1.07 male(s)/female
Literacy: 99%
Ethnic Groups Celtic, English
Languages: English, Irish
Time Zone: UTC 0
Currency: euro (EUR)
Neighbouring countries: UK
Type of govt.: republic, parliamentary democracy
Head of Govt.: Prime Minister Bertie Ahern
Major Political Parties: Fianna Fail , Fine Gael , Green Party , Labour Party , Progressive Democrats, Sinn Fein , Socialist Party , The Workers' Party, Sinn Fein
Participation in International Organizations: AsDB, BIS, CE, Australia Group, EAPC, EBRD, ESA, EU, EIB, EMU, FAO, IAEA, ICC, ICCt, IBRD, ICAO, ICRM, IDA, IFC, IFRCS, IEA, IFAD, ILO, IMF, IOC, IOM, IMO, Interpol, IPU, ISO, MINURSO, MONUC, ITU, MIGA, NEA, NSG, OECD, OPCW, PCA, PFP, OSCE, Paris Club, UN, UNCTAD, UNIDO, UNIFIL, UNESCO, UNHCR, UNMIL, UNOCI, UNTSO, UPU, WCO, WHO, WIPO, ZC, WMO, WTO,
Major Agricultural Products: turnips, potatoes, barley, sugar beets, wheat, dairy products, beef
Natural Resources & Minerals: natural gas, copper, peat, lead, silver, zinc, barite, gypsum, dolomite, limestone
Industry & Transport: steel, lead, barite, zinc, silver, aluminum, gypsum mining processing, food products, textiles, clothing, brewing, chemicals, rail transportation equipment, pharmaceuticals, machinery, passenger and commercial vehicles, glass and crystal, ship construction and refurbishment, software, tourism
Airports: 36
Railways: 3,312 km
Roadways: 96,602 km
Waterways: 753 km
Major Trade Partners: US, UK, Belgium, Germany, France, Netherlands, Italy
Exports: $119.8 billion
Imports: $87.36 billion

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