November 21, 2013

Ireland: Basic Land Facts



  
Here are some basic facts about the land of Ireland

  • It’s an island roughly the size of Maine
  • Divided into
    • Northern Ireland
      • 1.8 million people
      • 20% of the land
      • 6 counties
      • Part of the United Kingdom
    • The Republic of Ireland
      • 4.5 million people
      • 80% of the land
      • 26 counties 
      • An independent nation
    • Ireland is 300 miles long and 150 miles wide 
      • Never more than 75 miles from the sea
    • Mild rainy climate
Source: Rick Steves Ireland 2013

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