:: The Republic of Ireland :: |
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"A land that for many has a lure that is
almost mystical. A land for many that is their
true home. A land for many that is their ideal
holiday destination. A land for many that is the
source of the finest writings every to be
produced, the finest music ever to be composed.
Ireland, a land for all." 
Insular country
in north-west Europe. It takes up a large
majority of Ireland Island near west coast of
Great Britain. Ireland borders on Northern
Ireland (in north-east).The island is
surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean . The capital
of Ireland is Dublin (circa 480 thou.
inhabitants).
Larger cities: Cork, Galway, Limerick,
Kingston, Waterford.
Population: 3797 thou . inhabitants (2000)
Religion: Dominant religion is Catholicism
(94% society)
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