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Irish symbolsThe symbols of Ireland are famous the world over
The best-known Irish symbols are a kind of visual shorthand for Ireland and Irish heritage. Inevitably, they have been borrowed (did someone say hi-jacked?) by the marketeers and brand managers for the purpose of creating pots of gold, but that doesn't mean every ounce of Irishness has been squeezed out of them in the process. Far from it. Irish people generally remain rather fond of their shamrocks and leprechauns et al, and proud that they have spread across the world as symbols of Ireland's culture and history.
Behind each of these emblems is a rich tradition.
Each one fits into Ireland's colourful tapestry in some way, typically through the blending of myth, reality and great stores of imagination!
Take a tour through these emblems from Eire and learn more about your Irish heritage:
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St Patrick's DayThroughout the world, more Irish symbols are on display on 17 March than any other date in the calendar. Discover the history of St Patrick's Day and how it became internationally recognised as a day for partying. The Moone Cross![]() Standing some 17.5 ft tall (5.4m), the Moone Cross is thought to date from the 8th century and is one of the best preserved High Crosses in Ireland. More about Irish high crosses and the Celtic trinity symbols that so often adorn them.
Lush green and creamy yellowA cow is a cow is a cow? Not when it produces really excellent golden butter. Irish butter is naturally coloured, due to the beta-carotene in the lush green Irish grass consumed by the cows. Irish butter also has a higher fat content than most butters and this lends it a glorious richness. ![]() |
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