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Ireland is the third-largest island in Europe and it lies to the northwest of continental Europe, surrounded by hundreds of islands and islets. Ireland is divided between the Republic of Ireland, which covers about five-sixths of the island, and Northern Ireland, located in the northeast of the island. The population of Ireland is approximately 6.2 million people. Just under 4.5 million live in the Republic of Ireland and just under 1.8 million live in Northern Ireland. Relatively low-lying mountains surrounding a central plain epitomize Ireland's geography with several navigable rivers extending inland. The island has lush vegetation, a product of its mild but changeable oceanic climate, which avoids extremes in temperature. ...
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There are three World Heritage Sites on the island: the Bru na Boinne, Skellig Michael, and the Giant's Causeway. Some of the other most visited sites in Ireland include Bunratty Castle, the Rock of Cashel, the Cliffs of Moher, Holy Cross Abbey, and Blarney Castle. Dublin is the most heavily touristed region and home to several of the most popular attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse and Book of Kells. The west and southwest, which includes the Lakes of Killarney and the Dingle peninsula in County Kerry and Connemara and the Aran Islands in County Galway, are also popular tourist destinations.
All of Ireland's eleven urban cities are not too big to be overwhelming, and not too small that you can see all the city has to offer in one day. From Belfast, Londonderry, Newry, Lisburn and Armagh, to Dublin, Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, Waterford and Limerick, every city in Ireland has its own unique cultural flavor. With a population with a real passion for music, dance and conversation, the Irish will leave you well entertained!
Ireland has a mild, temperate climate with summer temperatures generally ranging from 15ºC to 20ºC. Spring and fall temperatures are generally 10ºC and winter is normally between 5ºC and 8ºC.
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