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The hearth and its fire holds a special place of reverence at the heart of Celtic culture. After working outdoors in wind and rain, to come in to a warm turf fire with the kettle on was a joy.
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Keening is a traditional form of vocal lament and mourning for the dead in the Gaelic Celtic tradition, a ritual performed in Irish or Scots Gaelic at the wake or at the graveside.
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When you think of Halloween, you may think of pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn…but apples? Well, apples were a symbol of Halloween long before American…
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The tartan has gained international popularity with people selecting and sporting a design of his or her fancy.Travelers to Scotland over the past several…
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Ah, Haggis…Great chieftain o' the puddin' race, and much misunderstood! - Robbie BurnsHaggis is a traditional Scottish dish, considered by many to be the…
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Find out about the brilliant, talented, and charismatic poet, Dylan Thomas. Learn about the legacy of one of the most celebrated writers and poets of the…
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My heart's in the Highlands, my heart is not here,My heart's in the Highlands, a-chasing the deer;A-chasing the wild deer, and following the roe,My…
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The national flag of Ireland is frequently referred to as the Irish tri-color. Beginning at the flag post, the colors are green, white, and orange. The…
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Learn about the story behind the flag of Scotland. Find out about the symbolism behind the white cross and blue background.
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The great poet Robbie Burns was born on January 25, 1759, in a small farmhouse on the wild and windy coast of Ayrshire, Scotland. The child of…