10 things that Ireland is known for (that’s not Guinness and Leprechauns)

10 things that Ireland is known for (that’s not Guinness and Leprechauns)

Want to know more about the Emerald Isle? Here are 10 interesting things that you probably didn’t know Ireland is known for!

Unpredictable weather 

There’s a saying that the Irish experience four seasons in a day and it is extremely accurate, especially during spring and autumn. If you plan on spending a week in Ireland, be sure that you will witness both sunny, crisp mornings and days with thunderstorms, so plan your outfits accordingly. 

Castles

It is not surprising that a country with such a rich and interesting history has over 30 thousand castles all over the isle. The oldest castle is the one in Cork that was built around 12 centuries ago, in 1035. Many of the castles have been restored and modernized and are now used as hotels where guests can spend a night feeling like a part of the royalty. 

Aran sweaters 

Few people know that the Read the rest