Ireland
- Region
- Europe
- Area
- 70,273 km²
- Capital
- Dublin
- ISO
- IE
What the flag means
Green stands for the Gaelic and Catholic tradition, and orange for the Protestant tradition, which goes back to the supporters of William of Orange. White is said to be the color of hoped-for peace and cooperation between the two.
Fun facts
- FlagIreland’s green, white, and orange flag uses the same colors as Ivory Coast’s flag, but in reverse order from left to right.
- GeographyIreland is called the “Emerald Isle” for its lush green landscapes.
- CultureHalloween is said to have originated from the ancient Celtic festival “Samhain” and has deep ties to Ireland.
- CultureIreland’s national emblem is the harp, which also appears on its euro coins.
