“There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were.” (Unknown). This is a very common quote to describe the people of Ireland. The people of Ireland have an unique history, culture, religion, meals, living conditions, jobs, and recreation.
Ireland is a small, independent country east of Great Britain. The island is occupied by Ireland and Northern Ireland. However, Northern Ireland only occupies one-sixth of the land. Ireland is known for its beautiful Northern Atlantic waves. It also has been given the name Emerald Isle because of its beautiful green countryside. A potato blight passed through Ireland in the 1840’s causing many to be starved and sick, or many died. Emigration became an issue, but slowly …show more content…
This religion plays a major part in the Ireland social life. There are churches in most cities that the people regularly attend. Other religions include Methodist and Presbyterian. Majority of Ireland’s meals come from cows and pigs. Beef, bread, chicken, fruit, mutton, pork and potatoes are the main foods in Ireland. Because of the climate, potatoes grow really well in Ireland and have for hundreds of years. Potatoes are commonly used in foods. The Irish Stew is a famous dish made by boiling layers of potatoes, onions and pieces of mutton in a covered pot. . The Irish’s favorite alcoholic drink is beer, especially Stout. “Ireland ranks above average in housing, personal security, health status, education and skills, social connections, subjective well being, work-life balance, and environmental quality, but below average in income and wealth, and civic engagement,”(oecdbetterlifeindex). The top twenty percent of Ireland’s population makes almost five times more money than the bottom twenty percent of the population. Apartment living in Ireland is increasing, but the majority of citizens still live in houses. Homes in Ireland are typically built with concrete or brick, with four to seven rooms. Once in Ireland, before young people would get married they lived with their parents until around age thirty. However, today young people in Ireland usually marry earlier. “82% of people
Ireland is a small, independent country east of Great Britain. The island is occupied by Ireland and Northern Ireland. However, Northern Ireland only occupies one-sixth of the land. Ireland is known for its beautiful Northern Atlantic waves. It also has been given the name Emerald Isle because of its beautiful green countryside. A potato blight passed through Ireland in the 1840’s causing many to be starved and sick, or many died. Emigration became an issue, but slowly …show more content…
This religion plays a major part in the Ireland social life. There are churches in most cities that the people regularly attend. Other religions include Methodist and Presbyterian. Majority of Ireland’s meals come from cows and pigs. Beef, bread, chicken, fruit, mutton, pork and potatoes are the main foods in Ireland. Because of the climate, potatoes grow really well in Ireland and have for hundreds of years. Potatoes are commonly used in foods. The Irish Stew is a famous dish made by boiling layers of potatoes, onions and pieces of mutton in a covered pot. . The Irish’s favorite alcoholic drink is beer, especially Stout. “Ireland ranks above average in housing, personal security, health status, education and skills, social connections, subjective well being, work-life balance, and environmental quality, but below average in income and wealth, and civic engagement,”(oecdbetterlifeindex). The top twenty percent of Ireland’s population makes almost five times more money than the bottom twenty percent of the population. Apartment living in Ireland is increasing, but the majority of citizens still live in houses. Homes in Ireland are typically built with concrete or brick, with four to seven rooms. Once in Ireland, before young people would get married they lived with their parents until around age thirty. However, today young people in Ireland usually marry earlier. “82% of people