Culture

The language, literature, music, artwork, folklore, food, and sports that are specific to Ireland and the Irish people are all part of the country's culture. Irish culture has largely been Gaelic for most of its history that has been written down (see Gaelic Ireland). Scottish, English, and Anglo-Norman cultures have also affected it.

The Tudor English culture emerged during the 16th and 17th century invasion and colonization of Ireland, which followed the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century. Scottish features were also introduced during the Plantation of Ulster, mainly in Northern Ireland.

In modern society, there are frequently observable cultural distinctions between people of Catholic and Protestant origin (particularly Ulster Protestant), as well as between travelers and the population of settlers. Irish culture has a global presence thanks to widespread emigration from Ireland, and holidays like Saint Patrick's Day and Halloween are observed everywhere.

The Irish diaspora has to some extent adopted and changed Irish culture, which has in turn had an impact on the homeland. Even though Irish culture has many distinctive qualities, it also has many characteristics in common with those of Britain, other English-speaking nations, other primarily Catholic European states, and the other Celtic countries