St. Patrick's Day 2006
Originally a day to honor the patron saint of Ireland, March 17 has become a worldwide celebration of all things Irish. Now, St. Patrick's Day is a fun-filled holiday that everyone can take part in, whether that means wearing green or looking for leprechauns.
Irish Folklore and Traditions
- Get to know Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.
- Who are the Little People? Check out these sites on Irish Fairies.
- Prepare a feast with Irish recipes and baking tips and other traditional Irish recipes.
- Find out why we wear green on St. Patrick's Day.
- They're small, cute, and green. But what do shamrocks mean? Learn the history and symbolism of the shamrock.
- OK, so you can't get to Ireland to kiss the Blarney Stone. But you can learn to say anything in Gaelic!
- Learn how to pronounce "Èireann go Brách" ("Ireland forever!") and other Irish sayings.
Erin go Bragh!
What's all the shouting about? Check out our Visitor's Guide to Ireland to find out.
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- Popular Attractions
- St.Patrick's Cathedral
- The Aran Islands
- Bunratty Castle
- Dublin Castle
- Kilkenny Castle
- Kilmainham Gaol
Send St. Patrick's Day Greetings
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Yahoo! Music
Get "jig-y" with traditional Celtic music and hot Irish bands.
Yahoo! Podcasts
Follow the rainbow to a podcast pot o' gold.
Yahoo! Movies
Take a Hollywood tour through Ireland's history:
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