Ireland has got everything; beautiful lakes, mountains, islands, rolling hills and plenty of rain¡.To the north, in Donegal, there are some of the nicest beaches you have ever seen.Ireland has also got the longest river in the British Isles, the Shanon.
Ireland has some fantastic cities,too.There you will find modern shops,cafes,theatres an excellent food.
Cork, which is on the south coast of Ireland,is a lively young people´s city.Many famous artists and writers have lived there.
Dublin, whic is the capital of Ireland, is the home of someIreland´s most famous attractions:Dublin Castle and Trinity College.
There is traditional Irish music, of course, but remember that Van Morrison,The Pogues,U2,Sinéad O´Connor and Westlife, are allIrish too.
The Gaelic or Irish football match, which is a mixture of football and rugby is a fantastic game,You should also see a game of hurling, a 15-a-side game, played with wooden sticks. It is the oldest team game in Ireland¡
Answer the questions.
1.Do people in Ireland like visitors?
2. Does Ireland get many hours of sunshine?
3. Is Ireland a flat country?
4. Which part of Ireland has beatiful beaches?
5. Do many young people live in Cork?
6. Are there lots of things to do in Irish cities?
7. Can you hear traditional music in Ireland?
8. Is Irish football the same as British football?