History & Culture

The Union Jack Flag is the Official Flag of Northern Ireland

Union Jack The Union Flag or Union Jack Flag is the official flag of the UK which includes Northern Ireland. ...
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Titanic 1912 sinking: the tragedy

Titanic 1912 Sinking On April 2, 1912, the Titanic left Belfast, Northern Ireland, for Southampton, England. The 480 nautical mile ...
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Northern Ireland Religion

Northern Ireland religion is a hot potato. In one sense religious affiliation has been a prime cause of the island’s ...
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History of Titanic – the fascinating story of the Titanic’s construction

In the previous page we gave some True Titanic Facts. Now we move to the history of Titanic. Here we ...
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Funny Irish Poems

When one speaks of funny Irish poems most likely they are referring to limericks. They take their name from County ...
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Facts About Irish Immigration

Here are some facts about Irish immigration. The population of Northern Ireland stands at about 1.8 million; that of the ...
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Saint Patrick, the story behind the name

Saint Patrick Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. His work was instrumental in establishing Christianity on the island and ...
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Ulster Flag: The ex-official Flag of Northern Ireland

The Ulster Flag- Fast Facts Other names for the same flag:The Ulster Banner or Ulster Flag (Six Counties) or Red ...
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Northern Ireland Neolithic History : The Dolmens

Northern Ireland Neolithic History: Early period – Megalithic Monuments If Stonehedge is your dream destination, if you are fascinated by ...
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Royal Standard Flag: When the Queen is present…

The Royal Standard Flag is the only other British flag that can be flown in government buildings or on official ...
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