What are the traditional customs in Ireland?

1. Irish people taboo “13” and “Friday”, and do not want others to ask about their whereabouts, salary, age, marital status, etc. The Irish love green and avoid using red, white and blue combinations.

2. St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday commemorating the patron saint of Ireland, Bishop St. Patrick. It is also the national day of the Irish people. On the day of the festival, there are usually activities such as parades, church services and dinners.

3. When celebrating holidays, Irish folk songs are indispensable. The famous ones include When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, Seven Drunken Nights, The Irish Rover, Danny Boy, etc.

4. The traditional dress of Irish men is a skirt. Unlike other countries, men wear pants and women wear skirts.

5. The Irish are accustomed to eating British-style Western food, and they are accustomed to using knives and forks when dining. They especially like to eat stewed dishes, especially dishes with high nutritional value.

Baidu Encyclopedia-Ireland

Baidu Encyclopedia-Irish