Discovering Ireland - Guide for Daily Living

Geographic Overview The Republic of Ireland consists of 26 counties, and Northern Ireland of six, to a total of 32 counties. The island of Ireland is traditionally divided into the four provinces of Connaught, Leinster, Munster and Ulster. Country:

+ Connaught : Also known as Connacht, this province has the most inhabitants speaking official Irish language + Leinster: The province is situated in the east of Ireland, Leinster had a population of 2,630,720, is the most populous province in the country + Munster: Located south west of Ireland, this province. Total area of 24,675 km 2 and has a population of 1,280,020. Significant urban centers include Limerick and Waterford + Ulster: The province north of Ireland, Ulster contains 9 counties, 6 of which are in Northern Ireland and 3 of which are in the Republic of Ireland

Other Notable Cities Other major cities include: + Dublin: The capital city in Ireland. Over 25 percent of the entire population of Ireland lives in or around Dublin + Galway City: Centered around Eyre Square, famous for the Galway Races and home of the National University of Ireland + Waterford City: Located in the south east of the Republic of Ireland. Oldest Viking city of Ireland + Cork: Set on the banks of the River Lee, Cork is a small town with a welcoming attitude + Limerick: Set at the banks of the Shannon River. Fourth-most populous city on the island of Ireland

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